Redmi K90 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 58/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 210g
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 258.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (97/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro by 28 points (86/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.