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Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 (16GB) vs ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 vs ZTE Axon 30 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare ZTE Axon 30 X Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 (16GB) 05Points
5.5"
IPS

1080x1920

13
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Octa-core

3060
mAh

(Removable)

vs
33Points ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB) Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 X
6.92"
AMOLED

1080x2460

64
MP

16mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4200
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)} 5 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 (16GB) vs Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)} 33 Advantages ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
+160 grams (5.6 ounces)18%
Lighter
vs189 grams (6.62 ounces)
+401 PPI3%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs388 PPI
+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
2GHz 64bit Octa-corevs+3.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)43%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
2GB LPDDR3vs+12GB LPDDR55 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
16GB (11GB available)vs+256GB (228GB available)20 times
More internal storage for applications and files
eMMC 5.0vs+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC7 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)vs+7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)6%
Thinner
TFT IPS LCDvs+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
16 millionvs+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
1080x1920 pixelsvs+1080x2460 pixels28%
Higher resolution screen
5.5"vs+6.92"26%
Larger screen
(back) 13MPvs+(quad camera) 64MP + 8MP + 5MP + 2MP5 times
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
HDR photo only main cameravs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.2 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)22%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 5MPvs+(front) 16MP2 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Full HD (1920x1080)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) HD (1280x720)vs+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 5.0.2 Lollipopvs+Android 11Advantage
Android 11 is newer and safer
4G LTEvs+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(4G LTE) 150 Mbpsvs+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps12 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
3060 mAhvs+4200 mAh37%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
10Wvs+65W6 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
4.0 + A2DPvs+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Govs+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Govs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

16 Common items in both devices
Plastic body, glass front
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
+9 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
ModelRedmi Note 2 (16GB)Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Other model namesRedmi Note 2 (2015051), Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 StandardZTE Axon 30 5G (A2322)
Country or region availableChina(Global, International)
China, (Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiZTE
Release date8/1/20158/3/2021, Announced: 7/27/2021
Depth8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)76 x 152 millimeters (2.99 x 5.98 in)77.8 x 170.2 millimeters (3.06 x 6.7 in)
Weight160 grams (5.6 ounces)189 grams (6.62 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDAMOLED
Screen size5.5" inches6.92" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~72.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~85.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels1080x2460 pixels (20.5:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)401 PPI388 PPI
Colors16 million1 billion
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh ratefeature not registered120Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredAlways-On Display
DCI-P3 100%
2.5D glass

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
System versionAndroid 5.0.2 LollipopAndroid 11
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredMyOS 11

โš™๏ธ Processor

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek MT6795 Helio X10 (28nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 (SM8250-AC) (7nm)
CPUOcta-core, 1 processor:
8x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.2GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR G6200 MP4 700MhzQualcomm Adreno 650 (670MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 701991 (v9)
Geekbench: 3160 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 59fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR312GB LPDDR5
Internal storage16GB (11GB available)
eMMC 5.0
256GB (228GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps2000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkTD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Global version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
America version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 3, 7)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
LTE Cat20
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 18, 19)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
America version:
LTE ( 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedGlobal version:
SA/NSA (1, 3, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78)
America version:
SA/NSA (1, 3, 28, 41, 66, 78)
China version:
SA/NSA (1, 3, 28, 41, 78)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTEGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedGlobal version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
America version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 18, 19)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
America version:
LTE ( 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Back camera (main camera)13 megapixels(quad camera)
64 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2120ยฐ16mm
5MP macro f/2.4
2MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution4128x3096 pixels10120x6328 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered25mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.73" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.8ยตm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@30fps
Sony IMX682 sensor

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Front camera (secondary)5 megapixels16 megapixels
Front camera resolution2560x1920 pixels4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.5 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
24-bit/192kHz
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFM (RDS)Not supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP5.1 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity3060 mAh4200 mAh
Charger, watts10W Wired charging65W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 4+
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy11.5 hoursfeature not registered
Standby144 hours (6 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: White, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Green
โ€ข MIUI 7
โ€ข Colors: Black, Aqua
โ€ข Triple cooling system

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)ZTE Axon 30 (256GB/12GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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