Xiaomi 18 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 40 SE
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the ZTE Axon 40 SE (2022) runs on the Unisoc UMS512T T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 46/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 SE is noticeably lighter (182g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 40 SE
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 SE better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 235g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 40 SE, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 SE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 SE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (74/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 40 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Unisoc UMS512T T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 5001234 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1208x2624 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | 163.5×75.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 235 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $986 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 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 18 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 SE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (100/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE (92/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 SE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (74/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 SE by 46 points (92/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the ZTE Axon 40 SE — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 40 SE?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.