Redmi K100 vs ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 67/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 1,294,871); the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 234g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G, the Redmi K100 scores 6 points higher (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (54/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Oled | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.9×72.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Oled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G by 154.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (92/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (54/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 edges out the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.