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.
Samsung Galaxy M17
ZTE V40 Pro
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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, 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).
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.