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; launch prices were $799 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 69/100 (a 4-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 (1,757,044 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better portability (55/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 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
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 75/100)
- 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 4 points higher (73/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100). 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1757044 | |
| 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 | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 11.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 4 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 — 73/100.
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.