Xiaomi Black Shark 5 vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 leads — 59/100 vs 58/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Better camera (45/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 scores 1 points higher (59/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (52/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Joy UI 13 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.3×10.0 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi Black Shark 5 and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (52/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 edges out the ZTE Axon 40 pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Should you choose the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.