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 824,513); 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 824513
  • 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).

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 824513 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/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera

ZTE Axon 30S

  • Main: 64MP 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
824513 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 30S Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
54/100 +18.4%
1010069 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 30S leads Google Pixel 4 by 18.4% 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 ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.