Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs Vivo V40 Price in UAE & Gulf

Side-by-side comparison of verified market prices, camera megapixels, battery life, display quality, and processor benchmark scores in UAE & Gulf.

✓ Head-to-Head Comparison: • PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone SE (2022) design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone SE (2022)

AED 1,849

🏆 PriceCR Score: 59/100

Lowest verified at Apple Official (UAE)

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Vivo V40 design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Vivo V40

AED 1,549

🏆 PriceCR Score: 86/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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⚖️ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Vivo V40 starts from AED 1,549, saving approximately AED 300 over Apple iPhone SE (2022) (AED 1,849). Choose Vivo V40 for superior price-to-performance, or Apple iPhone SE (2022) if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

  • ✓ Verified price starting from AED 1,849

Why choose Vivo V40?

  • ✓ More affordable by AED 300 (16% lower price)
  • ✓ Higher battery capacity (5500 mAh vs 2018 mAh)
  • ✓ Larger display screen (6.78" vs 4.7")
  • ✓ Higher primary camera resolution (50MP vs 12MP)

🏆 Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

Standardized 0–100 evaluations across display, camera, performance, battery, and overall value.

Apple iPhone SE (2022) (59/100) vs Vivo V40 (86/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 55 | Vivo: 87
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 64 | Vivo: 86
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 55 | Vivo: 76
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 50 | Vivo: 74
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 55 | Vivo: 89
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 64 | Vivo: 95

✨ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

🎮 Best for High-FPS Gaming
Vivo V40

Scores 74/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

📸 Best for Photography & Video
Vivo V40

Scores 86/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

⚡ Battery & Fast Charging King
Vivo V40

Scores 89/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

💰 Best Price-to-Performance Value
Vivo V40

Scores 95/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

📡 UAE 5G & 4G LTE Network Compatibility

Official network frequency check for e& (Etisalat) and du networks in the UAE.

e& (Etisalat) Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B7, B20
du Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B20
Virgin Mobile UAE Full 5G Ready
Operates on du 5G / 4G Infrastructure
UAE Warranty & TDRA Tip: Ensure units carry official TDRA approval to guarantee 1-year manufacturer warranty across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah authorized service centers.

Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs Vivo V40 Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone SE (2022) Vivo V40
Starting Verified Price AED 1,849
at Apple Official (UAE)
AED 1,549
at UAE Retail Stores Advantage
Display & Refresh Rate 4.7" 6.78 inches (17.22 cm), AMOLED, 120 Hz
Display Resolution N/A 1260x2800 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset N/A Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
RAM & Internal Storage 4GB RAM 12 GB RAM | 256 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera 12 MP (wide, OIS, 4K video) 50 MP, f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 50 MP, f/2.0, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera Advantage
Front Selfie Camera 7 MP (f/2.2) 50 MP, f/2.0, Wide Angle, Primary Camera Advantage
Battery & Fast Charging 2018 mAh 5500 mAh - 80W wired, PD, 100% in 48 min (advertised) Advantage
5G Network Support 5G, 4G LTE 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 18 Android v14
Build, Weight & Protection Premium build 190 grams, Back: Plastic, IP68

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs Vivo V40

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone SE (2022) or Vivo V40?

Both Apple iPhone SE (2022) and Vivo V40 have distinct advantages in UAE & Gulf. Apple iPhone SE (2022) starts from AED 1,849, whereas Vivo V40 starts from AED 1,549. Vivo V40 offers better budget value by saving AED 300. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone SE (2022) and Vivo V40 in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Vivo V40 is priced about AED 300 lower than Apple iPhone SE (2022) based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone SE (2022) or Vivo V40?

Apple iPhone SE (2022) features 12 MP (wide, OIS, 4K video) with a 2018 mAh. On the other hand, Vivo V40 comes with 50 MP, f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 50 MP, f/2.0, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera and a 5500 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.