Vivo X500 vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Vivo X500 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 289.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.