Nothing Phone (2) vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2) leads — 44/100 vs 22/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nothing Phone (2) has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.

The Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 38
Design 48
Value for money 69
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 201g

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2) vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Nothing Phone (2) scores 22 points higher (44/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Nothing Phone (2): The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nothing Phone (2) ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 1436722
Geekbench Single 1500
Geekbench Multi 4200
Display 6.7" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 45W 65W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 201 g 190 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (18/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (54/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (2) is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2) leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.