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 — 54/100 vs 22/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4000); 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 noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
ZTE V40 Pro
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (97/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 32 points (54/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.