Vivo X500 Pro Max vs ZTE Blade V40
The Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the ZTE Blade V40 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 49/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro Max
ZTE Blade V40
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 better?
- Overall rating 49/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro Max vs the ZTE Blade V40, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (92/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 52/100). 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 Blade V40 (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (85/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro Max | ZTE Blade V40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Unisoc Tiger 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 | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.8×77.2×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade V40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V40
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade V40
- 5000 mAh
- 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 Blade V40 (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (85/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro Max or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 by 43 points (92/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the ZTE Blade V40 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro Max or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro Max over the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.