realme GT 6vsvivo V40 5G

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

realme
realme GT 6
GT 6
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen3
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The most notable strength of the Realme GT6 is its impressive battery life and rapid charging capabilities.
The Realme GT6's display boasts an impressive curved OLED screen with vibrant visuals and seamless performance overall.
The Realme GT6 boasts an impressive camera setup with excellent main cam performance and decent telephoto and ultra-wide cameras.
The Realme GT6's top-notch performance, with smooth handling and impressive battery life, is its standout feature.
vivo
vivo V40 5G
V40 5G
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
RAM:12GB
Storage:512GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo V40 5G's exceptional battery life is its major selling point, lasting entire weekends without needing recharge.
The Vivo V40 5G boasts an impressive display with crisp visuals, vibrant colors, and a seamless user experience overall.
The Vivo V40 5G's camera system offers high-quality image capture and videography capabilities with notable strengths.
The Vivo V40 5G's performance is decent but not spectacular, lacking flagship standards despite capable processor.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
realme GT 6
3 GHz
vivo V40 5G
2.63 GHz

RAM

Winner
realme GT 6
8GB
vivo V40 5G
12GB

Storage

Winner
realme GT 6
256GB
vivo V40 5G
512GB

Weight

Winner
realme GT 6
199g
vivo V40 5G
190g
Rank
realme GT 6
Winner
#110
vivo V40 5G
#254
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
realme GT 6
#475
Winner
vivo V40 5G
#492
Design
realme GT 6
#608
vivo V40 5G
#179
Winner
Display
realme GT 6
#413
vivo V40 5G
#25
Winner
Performance
realme GT 6
#69
Winner
vivo V40 5G
#279
Battery
realme GT 6
#70
Winner
vivo V40 5G
#106
Camera
realme GT 6
#61
Winner
vivo V40 5G
#453
item_phones_categoryId
realme GT 6
#1
Tie
vivo V40 5G
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
realme realme GT 6
vivo vivo V40 5G
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen3
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
CPU
1x3 Ghz Cortex, X4, 4x2,8 Ghz Cortex, A720, 3x2,0 Ghz Cortex, A520
1x2.63 GHz Cortex, A715 +3x2.4 GHz Cortex, A715 + 4x1.8 GHz Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3
2.63
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 735
Qualcomm Adreno 720
RAM
8
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
256
512
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 2.2
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
N/A
Antutu Score
1628715
855000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 96% of devices
Overall performance better than 84% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

realme GT 6

Strengths

The phone has a powerful chipset, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8S Gen 3, which provides Flagship-grade performance in benchmarks.
The display is a curved 6.78-inch LTPo OLED with high resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection.
The camera setup includes a 50MP main cam, 50MP telephoto cam, and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, producing great photos during the day and night.
The phone has a large battery capacity of 5500mAh, with great battery life, lasting up to 14 hours and 32 minutes in active use.
The phone supports 120W fast charging, which can charge from 0-66% in 15 minutes and reach a full charge in 28 minutes.
The camera has excellent dynamic range, with wide highlights and low noise, producing great photos in various lighting conditions.
The phone's LTPo display is quite bright, reaching up to 560 nits in manual mode and nearly 1500 nits in auto mode when in bright sun.
The phone comes with 3 years of major software updates and four years of security patches, ensuring timely software support.

Weaknesses

The back of the phone is made of plastic, which may not be as premium-feeling as some other flagships.
The camera rectangle housing can be a smudge magnet, but it does serve as a useful viewfinder for taking selfies with the rear cameras.
The selfie camera quality is unimpressive, with poor sharpness and limited dynamic range.
There's no wireless charging support on the phone, which may be a drawback for some users.
Thermal management can be an issue when it comes to graphics performance, with significant throttling observed in stress tests.
The ultra-wide camera is limited to 1080p resolution and has narrow dynamic range when recording video.
The curved build makes the phone feel rather thin in hand, but some users may find this design choice unappealing.
The phone's price point may be a concern for budget-conscious buyers, given its premium features and performance.

vivo V40 5G

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

realme GT 6

The Realme GT6 is back with a bang, boasting impressive features that aim to make it the ultimate budget flagship. Equipped with a powerful chipset, bright LTPO OLED display, and large battery capacity, this phone promises a seamless user experience. The camera setup also impresses, with a 50-megapixel main cam, 50MP telephoto cam, and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera. Additionally, the phone's sleek design and fast charging capabilities make it a formidable contender in the mid-range market. Let's dive into this review to see if the Realme GT6 truly lives up to its flagship aspirations.

vivo V40 5G

The Vivo V40 5G is a solid mid-range smartphone with a sleek design and impressive battery life. The device features a 6.44-inch AMOLED display, a dual-camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor, and a quad-core processor. The camera system produces excellent images, particularly in bright lighting conditions, with the Zeiss natural mode offering a more realistic tone. The phone's performance is smooth, thanks to its energy-efficient Snapdragon chipset, and the battery life is outstanding, easily lasting a full weekend on a single charge. Charging is quick, too, with 80W wired charging available. The camera app offers various modes, including a 50MP ultra-wide-angle shooter and a dedicated macro mode. However, the phone's design is a bit of a mixed bag. While it looks good, it feels plasticky and lacks the premium feel that some users might expect from a mid-range device. Additionally, the absence of wireless charging and IP68 water resistance might be a drawback for some. The FunTouch OS 11, Vivo's custom interface, can take getting used to, but overall, the V40 5G is an excellent value proposition. With its long battery life, decent camera performance, and snappy performance, it's a great option for those looking for a reliable mid-range smartphone without breaking the bank. Overall, the Vivo V40 5G is a solid choice for anyone seeking a reliable and feature-rich mid-range device. Its impressive battery life, good camera performance, and smooth performance make it a worthwhile consideration in its price segment.

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