Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs ZTE V40 Pro
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 55/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
ZTE V40 Pro
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 29/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 30 points higher (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (62/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 3030376 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10200 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 159 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
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In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (80/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (62/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 30 points (85/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 15 Ultra over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.