Redmi A5 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE V40 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 13/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP.

The ZTE V40 Pro edges out the Redmi A5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A5 better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 196g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the ZTE V40 Pro scores 9 points higher (22/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 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 Redmi A5 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 781
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 65W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 6GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 11
NFC no
Dimensions 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 196 g 190 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A5
$90
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro edges out the Redmi A5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.