ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB vs Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB

The size of the body has a big influence on the ease of carrying and one-handed operation. The narrower the width, the easier it is to firmly grasp and hold, but you also have to take into account the device's thickness. Also, if the width and height are smaller, its easier to operate one-handed since its easier to extend your fingers. On the contrary, if the width and height are large, it's difficult to fit in your pocket and is bulky even when put in a bag, and portability is impaired.

The "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" has a width of 74.0mm, a length of 163.0mm, and a thickness of 8.0mm. Also, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" has a width of 68.7mm, a length of 147.7mm, and a thickness of 8.5mm.

Comparing the width and thickness of the body, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is smaller and more compact compared to the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB". For that reason, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is easier to grip firmly and carry one-handed than the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB". For that reason, we recommend the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB".

Comparing the width and thickness of the body, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is a more compact size than the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB". For that reason the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" has higher one-handed operability, and has greater portability, being less likely to get in the way when being carried. For these reasons, we recommend the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB".

Comparing the overall size of the two devices, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" has a large size compared to the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB". For that reason the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is a size that is easier to use in one hand and comfortably carry than the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB". That's why we recommend the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB".

The weight of the device affects hand fatigue and the burden placed upon the wrist. The lighter it is, the longer you'll be able to operate the device without tiring. Also, if the burden placed on the wrist is lower, you'll be able to use the device more comfortably. However if the weight isn't right for you, it could place more of a burden on your body, causing you to feel stress.

The weight of the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" is about 183.4g, and the weight of the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is about 163.0g. Comparing the weight of the two devices, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is a lighter smart phone than the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB", with a difference of about 20.4g. For that reason the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is a smart phone that is less likely than the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB"to put a burden on your fingers and wrist when used for an extended period. That's why we recommend the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" over the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB".

The size of the screen affects usability and screen visibility. A larger screen means larger letters and buttons on apps, so the user is less likely to tap adjacent buttons by mistake. In addition, the user can enjoy a more intense experience when playing games and watching videos.

The "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" has a 6.6inch display. Also, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" has a 5.8inch display. Comparing the screen size, there is a negligible difference in screen size between the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" and the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB". As a result, the app buttons on both are equally easy to press. We recommend comparing them based on other aspects of performance and functionality.

Pixel density affects picture quality, and the higher the pixel density, the better the picture quality, which means the user can gain more enjoyment from games and videos. In addition, higher picture quality decreases eyestrain, which means that the user will experience less eye fatigue after prolonged use.

The resolution on the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" is 1080 x 2408, and pixel density is 399ppi. Also, the resolution on the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is 1440 x 2960, and pixel density is 567ppi. Comparing the pixel count, the difference in pixel density between the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" and the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is negligible. As a result, they are both evenly matched in terms of picture quality and easiness on the eyes. Therefore, we recommend comparing them based on other aspects of performance and functionality.

Battery performance greatly affects battery life, but greater battery capacity does not necessarily mean greater battery life, since battery efficiency should also be considered. Bigger screens and higher CPU performance will mean the batteries are depleted more quickly.

CPU performance affects the ability to process programs, and the ability to process programs is determined by the product of the number of cores in the CPU and the CPU frequency. The higher this performance is, the more smoothly apps and games will run, and with low performance apps and games become heavy and stress is experienced.

The "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB"'s CPU is a Unisoc Tiger T616, with performance measured at 2.0GHz+1.8GHz×8(8.0-cores). Also, the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB"'s CPU is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, with performance measured at 2.8GHz+1.7GHz×8(8.0-cores). Comparing CPU performance, there is almost no difference in the specs of the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" and the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB". For that reason the level of smoothness felt when using apps and comfortable handling of games is about the same. For that reason it is better to compare them in terms of other aspects of performance and functionality.

RAM affects multitasking ability and the stability of apps. The larger the amount of RAM is, the more stability there will be even in situations where multiple apps are running simultaneously, allowing for comfortable use. In addition, animation will be more smooth, and apps will be less likely to freeze or crash. Also, without sufficient RAM, there are games you won't be able to run, so it is necessary to be careful.

The weight of the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" is 6.0GB and the weight of the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is 4.0GB. Comparing the devices in terms of RAM, the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" has a significantly larger amount of RAM than the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB", with a difference of about 2GB. In terms of the unlikeliness of crashing and the ease of multitasking, 3D games and VR, the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" is superior to the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB". If you're looking for a smart phone that can run multiple apps simultaneously with stability and also allows you to comfortably enjoy 3D games and VR, then we recommend purchasing the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" over the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB".

Storage capacity affects the amount of data that is capable of being stored. The larger the storage capacity, the more pictures you can take and the more applications you can install. In addition, if your smartphone accepts SD cards, then you can increase its storage capacity. However, there are performance related drawbacks, including a slower data transfer rate than the primary memory, and you cannot transfer all your data on the card, so be warned.

The data storage capacity of the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" is 128.0GB. Also the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" is 256.0GB. Regarding storage capacity, there is a negligible difference in storage capacity between the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" and "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB". As a result, you can save roughly the same amount of pictures, and install roughly the same amount of applications, on either phone. You are better off comparing them based on other aspects of performance and functionality.

One factor that determines the performance of the exterior camera located on the back of the device (the rear/back camera) is the pixel count. The larger the pixel count, the higher the resolution of the pictures you can take, and the cleaner the pictures will look when printed.

"ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" has a 50.0MP main camera. Also, "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" has a 12.0MP main camera. Comparing rear camera performance, the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" has a much higher pixel count compared to the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB", with a roughly 38MP difference. In terms of taking or shooting high resolution pictures or videos that will look clean when printed, the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" is superior to the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB". If you are looking for a smartphone that is suited for shooting videos and taking pictures, we recommend the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" over the "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB".

One factor that determines the performance of the exterior camera located on the front of the device (the in/front camera) is the pixel count. The larger the pixel count, the higher the resolution of the pictures you can take, and the cleaner the pictures will look when printed.

"ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" has an 8.0MP front camera and "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" has an 8.0MP front camera. Comparing rear camera performance, the "ZTE Blade V40 Design 128GB" and "Galaxy S9 SM-G960 256GB" have approximately the same pixel count. As a result, they can both take pictures and shoot videos of roughly the same quality. Therefore, we recommend comparing the two based on other aspects of performance and functionality.