Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs ZTE V40 Pro
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 22/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
ZTE V40 Pro
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 62 points higher (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (82/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (62/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 3998145 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 2160 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 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 | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (82/100 vs 50/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (62/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 62 points (84/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.