Google Pixel 4a 5G vs ZTE Axon 41 5G
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, 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 40/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 41 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
ZTE Axon 41 5G
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 203g
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3885 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the ZTE Axon 41 5G scores 16 points higher (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (61/100 vs 44/100). 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 19/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (52/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (76/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | ZTE Axon 41 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 41 5G 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 41 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (61/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (51/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (52/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (76/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4a 5G — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G 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 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on performance (61/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.