Google Pixel 4 XL vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,290,942 vs 824,513).
Google Pixel 4 XL
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 204g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 77/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (52/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (52/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1290942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 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 | |
| Price | — | — |
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 36.1% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (69/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (86/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (52/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.