Google Pixel 8 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $699 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 68/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4575); the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,443,431).

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 8

Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 79
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 50

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

Performance 76
Display 84
Camera 78
Battery 63
Portability 30
Value for money 60

What makes Google Pixel 8 better?

  • Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $700

  • Better camera (79/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 30/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1443431
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 27W

  • Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 5 points higher (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 8 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 1443431 1757044
Geekbench Single 1722 2004
Geekbench Multi 4458 5311
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 27W 80W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm
Weight 187 g —
Launch price $699 $700

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 8

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 8

  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 8

  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
44
battery

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
63
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
68/100
1443431 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
73/100 +17.8%
1757044 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8 by 17.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 8

$699

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

$700

Launch price difference: $1. Google Pixel 8 was $1 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (63/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.