Google Pixel 9 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 67/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,754,213 vs 1,561,427).

The Google Pixel 9 edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 73
Display 82
Camera 75
Battery 46
Portability 55
Value for money 50
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
Performance 75
Display 84
Camera 57
Battery 63
Portability 30
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?

  • Better camera (75/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1754213 vs 1561427
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1850
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4900
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 27W

  • Higher performance (75/100 vs 73/100)
  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Google Pixel 9 scores 2 points higher (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (55/100 vs 30/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 1561427 1754213
Geekbench Single 1850 2004
Geekbench Multi 4900 5311
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2424x1080 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 27W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm
Weight 198 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
57
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
63
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
69/100
1561427 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
67/100 +11.0%
1754213 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 11.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (75/100 vs 57/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (63/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (55/100 vs 30/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.