Google Pixel 5 vs ZTE Axon 41 5G
The Google Pixel 5 (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 48/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4080); 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 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
ZTE Axon 41 5G
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Lighter: 151g vs 203g
- Better display (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (84/100 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 4080 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the ZTE Axon 41 5G scores 8 points higher (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G and the Google Pixel 5 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (84/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | ZTE Axon 41 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5 and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 41 5G leads Google Pixel 5 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 5 (61/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G and the Google Pixel 5 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G 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 41 5G (84/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 5G edges out the Google Pixel 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 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 5 over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.