vivo V40e 5G vs Xiaomi 16 Pro
Compare vivo V40e 5G vs Xiaomi 16 Pro side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5500mAh vs 6100mAh…

vivo
vivo V40e 5G
$349
5categories won

Xiaomi
16 Pro
$1,049
14categories won
2 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Pro proves superior overall against the vivo V40e 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Pro. Choose the 16 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the vivo V40e 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 Pro takes battery honors offering 6,100 mAh alongside 120W charging.
16 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
16 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
vivo V40e 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 vs $1049.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
vivo V40e 5G vs 16 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | vivo V40e 5G | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.77" | 6.73" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2392 | 1440 x 3200Winner |
| Pixel density | 388 ppi | 521 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 3600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | vivo V40e 5G | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 720,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 3120 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | vivo V40e 5G | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 32 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps (Front & Rear) | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | vivo V40e 5G | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAh | 6,100 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 80 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | vivo V40e 5G | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 183 gWinner | 210 g |
| Thickness | 7.49 mmWinner | 8.1 mm |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP68 |
| Build | Ultra-slim 3D curved glass body, polished frame, Schott Xensation Alpha front | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | vivo V40e 5G | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | vivo V40e 5G | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $349Winner | $1,049 |
vivo V40e 5G
The vivo V40e 5G achieves a masterclass in slim engineering, fitting a large 5,500mAh battery into an astonishingly svelte 7.49mm and 183g body. Features a 3D curved 4,500 nits AMOLED display, 50MP Sony OIS rear camera, 50MP autofocus selfie camera with 4K video, smart Aura Light, and 80W FlashCharge.
- Display
- 6.77"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7300
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
Xiaomi 16 Pro
The Xiaomi 16 Pro brings a sweeping 2K 120Hz display with micro-curved edges, stepless variable aperture main optics, a dedicated 5x periscope telephoto, 120W charging, and 6,100 mAh capacity.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,100mAh