Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G leads — 67/100 vs 65/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4188
- Lighter: 188g vs 199g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G scores 2 points higher (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G leads (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Oled | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.9×72.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Oled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G by 10.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G — 67/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.