Redmi A1+ vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 24/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 8 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,425,446 vs 155,362); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1+ doesn't.

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ by 49 points (73/100 vs 24/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1+
Performance 10
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 52
Value for money 32
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Redmi A1+ better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 199g

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1425446 vs 155362
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 300
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 486
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A1+ vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 49 points higher (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1+ leads (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).

Redmi A1+: The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A1+ ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 155362 1425446
Geekbench Single 300 1761
Geekbench Multi 486 4688
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 8 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 192 g 199 g
Launch price $80
Camera comparison
Redmi A1+
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A1+
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A1+
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A1+ and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A1+ MediaTek Helio A22
24/100
155362 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 +89.1%
1425446 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Redmi A1+ by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A1+
$80
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (71/100 vs 10/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (89/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (86/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1+ or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ by 49 points (73/100 vs 24/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A1+ and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi A1+ has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1+ or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1+ or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on performance (71/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A1+ over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.