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).

The ZTE V40 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 9S by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 37
Design 37
Value for money 96
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?

  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi Note 9S: The Redmi Note 9S 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 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
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9S
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
29
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9S
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9S
  • 5020 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 9S
$200
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 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).

Frequently asked questions
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.