Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (nm). By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 70/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,672,795 vs 1,294,871); the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition is noticeably lighter (204g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1672795 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 221g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 4 points higher (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (nm) | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" Oled | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- 6.7" Oled
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition by 29.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (74/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G Extreme Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.