Vivo V40 SE vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo V40 SE (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 49/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 568,395); the Vivo V40 SE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V40 SE
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo V40 SE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V40 SE vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (88/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo V40 SE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V40 SE | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V40 SE
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V40 SE and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo V40 SE by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V40 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (98/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo V40 SE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (89/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V40 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE by 39 points (88/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V40 SE and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo V40 SE has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V40 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V40 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V40 SE over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.