Google Pixel 11a vs ZTE Axon 40
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 58/100 (a 7-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 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 73/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (51/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the ZTE Axon 40, the Google Pixel 11a scores 7 points higher (65/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (82/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads ZTE Axon 40 by 91.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (83/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (82/100 vs 73/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (51/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the ZTE Axon 40 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.