Infinix Zero 30 vs ZTE Axon 40
The Infinix Zero 30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 30 leads — 61/100 vs 58/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 981,459); the Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 30
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Infinix Zero 30 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3665 vs 3520
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 185g vs 200g
- Better camera (54/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 981459
- Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 1120
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 30 vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Infinix Zero 30 scores 3 points higher (61/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Infinix Zero 30 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (89/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (69/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 30 | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 981459 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×75.0×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 30
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 30
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 30 and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 leads Infinix Zero 30 by 2.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Infinix Zero 30 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (89/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (69/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 30 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Infinix Zero 30 edges out the ZTE Axon 40 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Infinix Zero 30 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 30 over the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.