Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs ZTE V40 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 22/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
ZTE V40 Pro
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 45/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 44 points higher (66/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 2800202 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (67/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (62/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 44 points (66/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.