Samsung Galaxy A40 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 11/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A40 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 188g).
Samsung Galaxy A40
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 140g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 8/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A40 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 19 points higher (30/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (27/100 vs 8/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A40 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 241600 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | — | |
| Display | 5.9" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (27/100 vs 8/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A40 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A40 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 8/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A40 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.