Xiaomi 17 vs ZTE Blade V40
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade V40 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 49/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
ZTE Blade V40
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 199g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V40 better?
- Overall rating 49/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the ZTE Blade V40, the Xiaomi 17 scores 38 points higher (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the ZTE Blade V40 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | ZTE Blade V40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 3404616 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 165.8×77.2×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade V40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V40
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
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 Xiaomi 17 and the ZTE Blade V40 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (81/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 (87/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V40 by 38 points (87/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the ZTE Blade V40?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Blade V40 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade V40?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the ZTE Blade V40?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.