ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $999 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $999
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (38/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | — | |
| Launch price | $999 | $700 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (38/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.