Vivo iQOO 15T vs ZTE Blade A35

The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Blade A35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 36/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A35 doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 90
ZTE Blade A35
Performance
Display 43
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 46
Value for money
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A35 better?

  • Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the ZTE Blade A35, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 46 points higher (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A35 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).

Vivo iQOO 15T: The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade A35: The ZTE Blade A35 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO 15T ZTE Blade A35
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Unisoc
AnTuTu 3815522
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1440x3168 720x1612
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 200 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 2 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 2GB / 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB
OS Android 16 Android 14 (Go edition)
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 167.7×77.4×8.5 mm
Weight 216 g
Launch price $499
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera
ZTE Blade A35
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 2MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
ZTE Blade A35
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
ZTE Blade A35
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
ZTE Blade A35
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (99/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (65/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A35 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Blade A35?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Blade A35?

The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Blade A35 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Blade A35?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the ZTE Blade A35?

The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade A35 is a better fit for everyday use.