Google Pixel 4 XL vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 824,513).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 4 XL

Performance 54
Display 77
Camera 17
Battery 18
Portability 61
Value for money —

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

Performance 68
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money —

What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?

  • Lighter: 193g vs 204g

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 52/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 77/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (56/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 4 XL ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 824513 1294871
Geekbench Single 968 1662
Geekbench Multi 2731 4188
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3040 1116x2480
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Main camera 2 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) — 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 —
Dimensions 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 193 g 204 g
Launch price — —

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 4 XL

  • Main: 2MP f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • Main: 64MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 4 XL

  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3040
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
77
display

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 4 XL

  • 3700 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
18
battery

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 XL Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
42/100
824513 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 +36.3%
1294871 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 36.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (86/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (56/100 vs 18/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 17/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (68/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.