Vivo X300 Pro vs ZTE Axon 40 SE
The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 40 SE (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 SE is noticeably lighter (182g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 Pro
ZTE Axon 40 SE
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 SE better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 226g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 40 SE, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 SE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 SE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 Pro | ZTE Axon 40 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc UMS512T T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 3326259 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 171 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 40 SE
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 SE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (81/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 SE significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (74/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the ZTE Axon 40 SE — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.