Google Pixel 11a vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (86/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition by 49.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (86/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Google Pixel 11a 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.