Vivo Y500 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 leads — 36/100 vs 22/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).

The Vivo Y500 is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 5100 mAh

  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 210g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo Y500 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Vivo Y500 scores 14 points higher (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (62/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo Y500 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Unisoc T7300 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 8100 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 44W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 210 g 190 g
Price $345
Camera comparison
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo Y500
$345
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (62/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo Y500 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Vivo Y500 is noticeably better than the ZTE V40 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo Y500 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Vivo Y500 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Should you choose the Vivo Y500 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.