Google Pixel 5 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, 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 — 70/100 vs 48/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Lighter: 151g vs 204g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 22 points higher (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (84/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 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 | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads Google Pixel 5 by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (68/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (86/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (52/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (84/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 by 22 points (70/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on performance (68/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.