Google Pixel 7a vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 60/100 vs 58/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,126,520 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1126520 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 1461 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3867 vs 3520
- Lighter: 193g vs 199g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 44/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Google Pixel 7a scores 2 points higher (60/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 11.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the ZTE Axon 40 pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (89/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (67/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the ZTE Axon 40 pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.