Google Pixel 11 vs ZTE Axon 40
The Google Pixel 11 (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 leads — 77/100 vs 58/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4985); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11 is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Google Pixel 11 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3520
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4985 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 204g
- Overall rating 58/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Google Pixel 11 scores 19 points higher (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1280x2856 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4985 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11
- 4985 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 leads ZTE Axon 40 by 91.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (88/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 40 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on performance (83/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.