Redmi R70 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $120 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 639,225); the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi R70
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $700
- Better portability (51/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi R70 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi R70 — 60/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (51/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi R70 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | — | |
| Launch price | $120 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi R70 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Redmi R70 by 63.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $580. Redmi R70 was $580 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (76/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (51/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi R70 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi R70 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi R70 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi R70 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi R70 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi R70 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.