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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
ZTE Blade V40
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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | ZTE Blade V40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | — | |
| 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/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Blade V40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V40
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40
Price unknownDetailed 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.