Redmi K90 vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 58/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (55/100 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 206g
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Redmi K90 scores 18 points higher (76/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 204.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 40 pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.