Vivo S18e vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S18e leads — 31/100 vs 22/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo S18e has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.

The Vivo S18e edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S18e
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 46
Design 58
Value for money 55
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo S18e better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 65W

  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 193g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S18e vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Vivo S18e scores 9 points higher (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Vivo S18e are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Vivo S18e are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo S18e: The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo S18e ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 80W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 14, OriginOS 4 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 190 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo S18e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Vivo S18e
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo S18e
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Vivo S18e are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Vivo S18e are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S18e or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Vivo S18e edges out the ZTE V40 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo S18e and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Vivo S18e has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S18e or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S18e over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.