Google Pixel 4a 5G vs ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (nm). By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads — 70/100 vs 40/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 204g
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3885 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition scores 30 points higher (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads (52/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition 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 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (76/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (nm) | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" Oled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- 6.7" Oled
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (68/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (86/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition 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 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (76/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 30 points (70/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition leads on performance (68/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.