Vivo iQOO Z7 vs ZTE Blade V40s

The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the ZTE Blade V40s (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 15/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V40s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V40s — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade V40s
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 24
Design 70
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 184g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 70/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40s better?

  • Overall rating 15/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 vs the ZTE Blade V40s, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 11 points higher (26/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (30/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V40s: The ZTE Blade V40s is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 ZTE Blade V40s
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 Unisoc UMS512T T618
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W 5W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm
Weight 173 g 184 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
ZTE Blade V40s
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Blade V40s
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
ZTE Blade V40s
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
24
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (30/100 vs 24/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the ZTE Blade V40s?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V40s — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the ZTE Blade V40s?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Blade V40s — 15/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the ZTE Blade V40s?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 over the ZTE Blade V40s?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V40s is a better fit for everyday use.