Honor X80i vs ZTE Axon 41 5G

The Honor X80i (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. Both devices score the same overall rating of 32/100. Key differences: the Honor X80i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Honor X80i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 203g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 32/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X80i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 56
Design 68
Value for money 55
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Performance 8
Display 50
Camera 50
Battery 36
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Honor X80i better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 185g vs 203g

  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 46/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict

The Honor X80i and the ZTE Axon 41 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 32/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (50/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i leads (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Honor X80i (50/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X80i notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Honor X80i: The Honor X80i is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 41 5G: The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Honor X80i ZTE Axon 41 5G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
AnTuTu 1010069
Geekbench Single 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 1200x2600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 44 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 16, MagicOS 10 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm
Weight 185 g 203 g
Price
Camera comparison
Honor X80i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Honor X80i
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Honor X80i
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Honor X80i (50/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (56/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Honor X80i notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (68/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X80i or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

Both devices scored 32/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Axon 41 5G.

What is the rating of the Honor X80i and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Honor X80i has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Honor X80i or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on camera score (50/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Honor X80i or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Honor X80i over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Honor X80i is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for everyday use.