Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,420,808 vs 1,401,321); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1420808 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 257g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 4688 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 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 | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 1.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (86/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by just 9 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 50 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.