Samsung Galaxy A40 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 11/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 16 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A40 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 175g).
Samsung Galaxy A40
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Lighter: 140g vs 175g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 81/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 8/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A40 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 22 points higher (33/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (37/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 81/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A40 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 241600 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | — | |
| Display | 5.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 66W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (37/100 vs 8/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (37/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (100/100 vs 81/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 by 22 points (33/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A40 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 8/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A40 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.