Vivo iQOO 15T vs ZTE Blade V40

The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Blade V40 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 49/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the ZTE Blade V40 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Performance 95
Display 99
Camera 65
Battery 75
Portability 44
Value for money 90
ZTE Blade V40
Performance
Display 81
Camera 29
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP

  • Better camera (65/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 216g

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the ZTE Blade V40, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 33 points higher (82/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40 is a bit better (52/100 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 V40: The ZTE Blade V40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO 15T ZTE Blade V40
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 3815522
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 1440x3168 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 200 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 165.8×77.2×8.7 mm
Weight 216 g 199 g
Launch price $499
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
65
camera
ZTE Blade V40
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
ZTE Blade V40
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
81
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
ZTE Blade V40
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO 15T
$499
ZTE Blade V40
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (99/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (65/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (75/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Blade V40?

The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Blade V40?

The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Blade V40 — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Blade V40?

The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the ZTE Blade V40?

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 V40 is a better fit for everyday use.