Redmi 12C vs ZTE Axon 40 pro

The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads — 58/100 vs 25/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 346,495).

The ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 33 points (58/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Performance 29
Display 32
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 56
Value for money 32
ZTE Axon 40 pro
Performance 61
Display 89
Camera 44
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Redmi 12C better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 199g

  • Better portability (56/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 1364
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the ZTE Axon 40 pro scores 33 points higher (58/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (61/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (61/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).

Redmi 12C: The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40 pro: The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12C ZTE Axon 40 pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
AnTuTu 346495 1010069
Geekbench Single 420 1298
Geekbench Multi 1364 3520
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 65W
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS MIUI 13 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm
Weight 192 g 199 g
Launch price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12C and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12C MediaTek Helio G85
25/100
346495 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
58/100 +65.7%
1010069 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 pro leads Redmi 12C by 65.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12C
$120
ZTE Axon 40 pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (61/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 33 points (58/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The ZTE Axon 40 pro leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The ZTE Axon 40 pro leads on performance (61/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.