Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, 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 — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,290,942); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1290942
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4453
- Lighter: 188g vs 204g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better camera (86/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1290942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| 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 / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 204 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 11.1% in our overall performance rating.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.