Xiaomi 17T Pro vs ZTE Axon 40
The Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 58/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17T Pro
ZTE Axon 40
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 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 205g
- Overall rating 58/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17T Pro vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 24 points higher (82/100 vs 58/100). 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 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17T Pro | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3182664 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- 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 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17T Pro and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads ZTE Axon 40 by 215.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (93/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (94/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (87/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 by 24 points (82/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17T Pro over the ZTE Axon 40?
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 40 is a better fit for active users.