Realme Neo7 Turbo vs ZTE Axon 40
The Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 70/100 vs 58/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 Turbo has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo7 Turbo is faster in AnTuTu (2,560,650 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 Turbo
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Realme Neo7 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2560650 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 73/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 205g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 Turbo vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 12 points higher (70/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Realme Neo7 Turbo are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 Turbo | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 2560650 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 Turbo and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 Turbo leads ZTE Axon 40 by 153.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (84/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (51/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Realme Neo7 Turbo are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 40 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on performance (84/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 Turbo over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.