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.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
ZTE Blade A35
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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | ZTE Blade A35 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | — | |
| 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/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Blade A35
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 2MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A35
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade A35
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A35
Price unknownDetailed 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.