Google Pixel 10a vs ZTE Axon 41 5G

The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 64/100 vs 56/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 10a is faster in AnTuTu (1,400,792 vs 1,010,069); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 203g).

The Google Pixel 10a edges out the ZTE Axon 41 5G by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Performance 70
Display 69
Camera 68
Battery 46
Portability 57
Value for money 60
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Performance 61
Display 67
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 41
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1400792 vs 1010069
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1298
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 3520
  • Lighter: 185g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (68/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better display (69/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh

  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the Google Pixel 10a scores 8 points higher (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 41 5G are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (57/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 10a: The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 41 5G: The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 10a ZTE Axon 41 5G
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
AnTuTu 1400792 1010069
Geekbench Single 1750 1298
Geekbench Multi 4516 3520
Display 6.3" OLED 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W
Wireless charging 10W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 134
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 44 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm
Weight 185 g 203 g
Launch price $449
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
68
camera
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
69
display
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 10W
46
battery
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 10a and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 10a Google Tensor G4
64/100
1400792 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 41 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
56/100 -38.7%
1010069 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 10a leads ZTE Axon 41 5G by 38.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 10a
$449
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 41 5G are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (68/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (57/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Google Pixel 10a edges out the ZTE Axon 41 5G by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on performance (70/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.