Google Pixel 7a vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, 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 60/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 1,126,520).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 204g
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 10 points higher (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100). 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads Google Pixel 7a by 13.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (86/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.