Google Pixel 4 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 41/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,420,808 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 199g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1420808 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 32 points higher (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 4688 | |
| Display | 5.7" P-OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
- 5.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
- 2800 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Google Pixel 4 by 42.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (71/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (89/100 vs 71/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (86/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (56/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 32 points (73/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on performance (71/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.