Redmi A5 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 25/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,290,942 vs 195,539).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 64
Value for money 34
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Performance 69
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Redmi A5 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 204g

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 781
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 46 points higher (71/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (69/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (69/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A5 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 195539 1290942
Geekbench Single 189 1675
Geekbench Multi 781 4453
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1116x2480
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC yes
Dimensions 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 196 g 204 g
Launch price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A5 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A5 MediaTek Helio G36
25/100
195539 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 +84.9%
1290942 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Redmi A5 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A5
$90
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (69/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (80/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (86/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (69/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.