Google Pixel 7a vs ZTE Axon 40
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 60/100 vs 58/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); 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
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 200g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 51/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (73/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the ZTE Axon 40, 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 51/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the ZTE Axon 40 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (67/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads ZTE Axon 40 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 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (67/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the ZTE Axon 40 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?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.