Redmi Note 9S vs ZTE V40 Pro
The Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE V40 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 20/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Redmi Note 9S
ZTE V40 Pro
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the ZTE V40 Pro scores 2 points higher (22/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (96/100 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 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (62/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 9S | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (62/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9S or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The ZTE V40 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 9S by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9S and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9S or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9S over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.