Xiaomi 17 vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 58/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 191g vs 199g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Xiaomi 17 scores 29 points higher (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3248535 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 221.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (95/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (87/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro by 29 points (87/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.