Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs ZTE Axon 40
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 76/100 vs 58/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 40 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
ZTE Axon 40
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 73/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 232g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 35/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 18 points higher (76/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (62/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (53/100 vs 35/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads ZTE Axon 40 by 60.2% in our overall performance rating.
ZTE Axon 40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (77/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (90/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (53/100 vs 35/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 40 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (77/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.