Xiaomi 17 Pro vs ZTE Axon 40 SE
The Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 40 SE (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4500).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Pro
ZTE Axon 40 SE
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 SE better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 192g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 40 SE, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 SE are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 SE is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Pro | ZTE Axon 40 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc UMS512T T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 3569354 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3310 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10070 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1220 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $825 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 40 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 SE are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (84/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 SE is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 40 SE — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Pro over the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.