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 (1,425,446 vs 1,401,321); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 257g).

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.
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 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1425446 vs 1401321
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1750
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 4516
  • 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).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1401321 1425446
Geekbench Single 1750 1761
Geekbench Multi 4516 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
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 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
42
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Tensor G4
64/100
1401321 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 +1.7%
1425446 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 1.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
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.