Vivo X500 vs ZTE Blade V40
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the ZTE Blade V40 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 49/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Blade V40
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Blade V40, the Vivo X500 scores 40 points higher (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Blade V40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 165.8×77.2×8.7 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 Blade V40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V40
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade V40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V40 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 by 40 points (89/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Blade V40 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Blade V40?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.