Google Pixel 4 vs ZTE Axon 30S

The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 30S leads — 54/100 vs 41/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 30S has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 30S is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 862,803); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 189g).

The ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Performance 54
Display 71
Camera 17
Battery 15
Portability 79
Value for money
ZTE Axon 30S
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 43
Battery 33
Portability 67
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 189g

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 862803
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4200 vs 2800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (33/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the ZTE Axon 30S scores 13 points higher (54/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 30S leads (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 30S leads (33/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (79/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (33/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).

Google Pixel 4: The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 30S: The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 ZTE Axon 30S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
AnTuTu 862803 1010069
Geekbench Single 968 1298
Geekbench Multi 2731 3520
Display 5.7" P-OLED 6.9" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2280 1080x2460
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2800 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 18W 55W
Main camera 2 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 12, MyOS 12
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm
Weight 162 g 189 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera
ZTE Axon 30S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • 5.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
71
display
ZTE Axon 30S
  • 6.9" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
  • 2800 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
15
battery
ZTE Axon 30S
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
33
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
41/100
862803 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 30S Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
54/100 +14.6%
1010069 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 30S leads Google Pixel 4 by 14.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (79/100 vs 71/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (43/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (33/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 30S?

The ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the ZTE Axon 30S?

The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 30S?

The ZTE Axon 30S leads on camera score (43/100 vs 17/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 30S?

The ZTE Axon 30S leads on performance (61/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the ZTE Axon 30S?

The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.