Xiaomi 11i vs ZTE Axon 30S

The Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. Both devices score the same overall rating of 54/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 30S is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 750,481); the ZTE Axon 30S has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 54/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 11i
Performance 51
Display 79
Camera 44
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money
ZTE Axon 30S
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 43
Battery 33
Portability 67
Value for money
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 55W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 33/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 750481
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 936
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 2318
  • Lighter: 189g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better portability (67/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

The Xiaomi 11i and the ZTE Axon 30S received the same MobileRank rating — 54/100. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 30S leads (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11i and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (56/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (67/100 vs 52/100).

Xiaomi 11i: The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 30S: The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 11i ZTE Axon 30S
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
AnTuTu 750481 1010069
Geekbench Single 936 1298
Geekbench Multi 2318 3520
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 67W 55W
Main camera 108 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11, MIUI 12.5 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm
Weight 207 g 189 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 11i
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
44
camera
ZTE Axon 30S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 11i
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
ZTE Axon 30S
  • 6.9" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 11i
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
ZTE Axon 30S
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
33
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Xiaomi 11i and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Xiaomi 11i MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G
54/100
750481 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 30S Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
54/100 +25.7%
1010069 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 30S leads Xiaomi 11i by 25.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11i and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (44/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (56/100 vs 33/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (67/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 11i or the ZTE Axon 30S?

Both devices scored 54/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Axon 30S.

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 11i and the ZTE Axon 30S?

The Xiaomi 11i has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.

Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 11i or the ZTE Axon 30S?

The ZTE Axon 30S leads on performance (61/100 vs 51/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi 11i over the ZTE Axon 30S?

The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.