Vivo X500 Pro vs ZTE Blade V40s
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the ZTE Blade V40s (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 46/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
ZTE Blade V40s
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40s better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 192g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the ZTE Blade V40s, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 44 points higher (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 33/100). 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 V40s (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40s is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | ZTE Blade V40s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Unisoc UMS512T 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 | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade V40s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V40s
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade V40s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40s
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 V40s (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s (81/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40s is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40s by 44 points (90/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the ZTE Blade V40s — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Blade V40s?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the ZTE Blade V40s?
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.