Redmi K40 vs ZTE Axon 40
The Redmi K40 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 leads — 58/100 vs 54/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K40
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Redmi K40 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 200g
- Better display (79/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4520 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K40 vs the ZTE Axon 40, the ZTE Axon 40 scores 4 points higher (58/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (79/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K40 | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4520 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $309 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K40
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Redmi K40
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K40
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K40 and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (79/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (51/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K40 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 edges out the Redmi K40 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K40 and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Redmi K40 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K40 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K40 over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Redmi K40 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.