Vivo iQOO 15T vs ZTE Blade A56

The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Blade A56 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 32/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A56 doesn't; the ZTE Blade A56 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 by 50 points (82/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 90
ZTE Blade A56
Performance 30
Display 43
Camera 10
Battery 51
Portability 60
Value for money
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 560
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1700
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A56 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 216g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the ZTE Blade A56, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 50 points higher (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 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 A56: The ZTE Blade A56 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO 15T ZTE Blade A56
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Unisoc T7200
AnTuTu 3815522
Geekbench Single 3228 560
Geekbench Multi 9553 1700
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1440x3168 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 10W
Main camera 200 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 167.6×77.4×8.3 mm
Weight 216 g 193 g
Launch price $499
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera
ZTE Blade A56
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
ZTE Blade A56
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
ZTE Blade A56
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • Wireless charging: no data
51
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
ZTE Blade A56
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (95/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (99/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (65/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 (75/100 vs 51/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Blade A56?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A56 by 50 points (82/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Blade A56?

The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Blade A56 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Blade A56?

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

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Blade A56?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the ZTE Blade A56?

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 A56 is a better fit for everyday use.