Google Pixel 4a 5G vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads — 58/100 vs 40/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 108 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 199g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (44/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the ZTE Axon 40 pro scores 18 points higher (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (44/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (52/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (44/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (52/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (76/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 pro leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 40.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (61/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (44/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (52/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (76/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The ZTE Axon 40 pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4a 5G — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The ZTE Axon 40 pro leads on camera score (44/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The ZTE Axon 40 pro leads on performance (61/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.