Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 55/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance
Display 81
Camera 40
Battery 55
Portability 62
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?

  • Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4900 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (55/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 15 points higher (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100. In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S26+ ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4900 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 45W 65W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
81
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 55/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.