Samsung Galaxy M17 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 28
Battery 37
Design 60
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 192g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100). 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 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy M17: The Samsung Galaxy M17 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 Samsung Galaxy M17 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 1330 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 607137
Geekbench Single 952
Geekbench Multi 1963
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 25W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 192 g 190 g
Price $130
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy M17
$130
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, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 28/100).

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 and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.