Vivo iQOO 15T vs ZTE Axon 40
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 58/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 40 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 73/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 216g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 24 points higher (82/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (99/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads ZTE Axon 40 by 365.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (97/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (99/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (75/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 by 24 points (82/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.