Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 22/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 221g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 31 points (53/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Performance 26
Display 100
Camera 88
Battery 46
Design 23
Value for money 34
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?

  • Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (88/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5060 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 37W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 221g

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 31 points higher (53/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (88/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (62/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (55/100 vs 34/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro XL ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G4 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 1585585
Geekbench Single 1900
Geekbench Multi 5200
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2992x1344 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 37W 65W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 160
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 16 MP
RAM 16GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 221 g 190 g
Price $1099
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
46
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
$1099
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (26/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (88/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (62/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (55/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 31 points (53/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.