ZTE Axon 40 vs ZTE Axon 40 pro

The ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. Both devices score the same overall rating of 58/100. Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP.

Both devices scored the same rating of 58/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
ZTE Axon 40
Performance 61
Display 73
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 53
Value for money
ZTE Axon 40 pro
Performance 61
Display 89
Camera 44
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 199g vs 200g

  • Better display (89/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict

The ZTE Axon 40 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro received the same MobileRank rating — 58/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (89/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).

ZTE Axon 40: The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 40 pro: The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification ZTE Axon 40 ZTE Axon 40 pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
AnTuTu 1010069 1010069
Geekbench Single 1298 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520 3520
Display 6.7" 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 65W
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 44 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm
Weight 200 g 199 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
ZTE Axon 40
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
44
camera
Display comparison
ZTE Axon 40
  • 6.7"
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
73
display
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
ZTE Axon 40
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
ZTE Axon 40 pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared ZTE Axon 40 and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

ZTE Axon 40 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
58/100
1010069 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
58/100
1010069 AnTuTu

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, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (89/100 vs 73/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ZTE Axon 40 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

Both devices scored 58/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Axon 40 pro.

What is the rating of the ZTE Axon 40 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The ZTE Axon 40 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the ZTE Axon 40 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The ZTE Axon 40 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the ZTE Axon 40 over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?

The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.