Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 1,290,942); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is noticeably lighter (204g vs 257g).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 70
Display 78
Camera 64
Battery 42
Portability 52
Value for money 32
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Performance 69
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1290942
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 4453

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 69/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 21W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 204g vs 257g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 64/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1401321 1290942
Geekbench Single 1750 1675
Geekbench Multi 4516 4453
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2076x2152 1116x2480
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 21W 80W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 10 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 257 g 204 g
Price $1799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
42
battery
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Tensor G4
64/100
1401321 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 -8.6%
1290942 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition by 8.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (86/100 vs 64/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 64/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.