ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 1,294,871); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is noticeably lighter (204g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 227g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (52/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition by 142.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
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performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (92/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (86/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (52/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.