Google Pixel 9 Pro vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 54/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,606,238 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1606238 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Faster charging: 55W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 199g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 18 points higher (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads ZTE Axon 30S by 59.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (80/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (50/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 30S — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (73/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.