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.

The ZTE Axon 40 edges out the Redmi K40 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K40
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 36
Battery 42
Portability 64
Value for money
ZTE Axon 40
Performance 61
Display 73
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 53
Value for money
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).

Redmi K40: The Redmi K40 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 40: The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.
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
NFC yes
Dimensions 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 196 g 200 g
Price $309
Camera comparison
Redmi K40
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
ZTE Axon 40
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K40
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
ZTE Axon 40
  • 6.7"
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
73
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K40
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
42
battery
ZTE Axon 40
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K40 and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K40 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
54/100
1010069 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
58/100
1010069 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K40
$309
ZTE Axon 40
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
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.