Vivo X500 Pro vs ZTE Blade V40 Pro
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 55/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V40 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 62/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Overall rating 55/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the ZTE Blade V40 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 35 points higher (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the ZTE Blade V40 Pro are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | ZTE Blade V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro (81/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the ZTE Blade V40 Pro are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 Pro by 35 points (90/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the ZTE Blade V40 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the ZTE Blade V40 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.