Google Pixel 4 vs ZTE Axon 41 5G

The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads — 56/100 vs 41/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 41 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 862,803); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 203g).

The ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Performance 54
Display 71
Camera 17
Battery 15
Portability 79
Value for money
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Performance 61
Display 67
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 41
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 203g

  • Better display (71/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better portability (79/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 862803
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2800 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (51/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the ZTE Axon 41 5G scores 15 points higher (56/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (79/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 4: The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 41 5G: The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 ZTE Axon 41 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
AnTuTu 862803 1010069
Geekbench Single 968 1298
Geekbench Multi 2731 3520
Display 5.7" P-OLED 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 1080x2280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 2800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 2 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 44 MP
RAM 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm
Weight 162 g 203 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • 5.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
71
display
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
  • 2800 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
15
battery
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
41/100
862803 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 41 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
56/100 +14.6%
1010069 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 41 5G leads Google Pixel 4 by 14.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (51/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (52/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (79/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on camera score (51/100 vs 17/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on performance (61/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.