Google Pixel 5 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, 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 48/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,290,942 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 204g).
Google Pixel 5
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Lighter: 151g vs 204g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (69/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (69/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (84/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1290942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Google Pixel 5 by 53.7% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (69/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (86/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (84/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (69/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.