Oppo A38 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo A38 leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Oppo A38 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.

The Oppo A38 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A38
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Oppo A38 better?

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Oppo A38 scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Oppo A38: The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo A38 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 33W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 720 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Price $129
Camera comparison
Oppo A38
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Oppo A38
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Oppo A38
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo A38
$129
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Oppo A38 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Oppo A38 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Oppo A38 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.