Xiaomi 17T Pro vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 54/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably lighter (189g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17T Pro
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 205g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17T Pro vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 28 points higher (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (63/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17T Pro | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3182664 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17T Pro and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads ZTE Axon 30S by 215.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 30S
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (93/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (63/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (87/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S by 28 points (82/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17T Pro over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.