Poco X6 Pro vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads — 70/100 vs 60/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X6 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,525,486 vs 1,294,871); the Poco X6 Pro is noticeably lighter (186g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6 Pro
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1525486 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4265 vs 4188
- Faster charging: 67W vs 65W
- Lighter: 186g vs 204g
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1239
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X6 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 10 points higher (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X6 Pro | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1525486 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4265 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X6 Pro and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X6 Pro leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 17.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (86/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco X6 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X6 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Poco X6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 Pro over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.