Vivo X500 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 40 SE
The Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the ZTE Axon 40 SE (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 46/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 40 SE
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 SE better?
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 40 SE, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (85/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 40 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Unisoc UMS512T T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 4838033 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 182 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (85/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE by 46 points (92/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the ZTE Axon 40 SE — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.