Xiaomi 12 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads — 70/100 vs 64/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 12 is faster in AnTuTu (1,322,176 vs 1,294,871); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1322176 vs 1294871
- Faster charging: 67W vs 65W
- Lighter: 180g vs 204g
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 6 points higher (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (69/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 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 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $750 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12 leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 2.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (86/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (69/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 12 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.