Xiaomi 12 Pro vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 70/100. Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 12 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,349,808 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12 Pro
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1349808 vs 1294871
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
The Xiaomi 12 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 70/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 Pro | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1349808 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 Pro and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12 Pro leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 4.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (86/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
Both devices scored 70/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 12 Pro (69/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Pro over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.