Honor Magic4 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Honor Magic4 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 62/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Magic4
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Honor Magic4 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 204g
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 49/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor Magic4 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 9 points higher (71/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100. In the "display" category, the Honor Magic4 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Honor Magic4 (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Honor Magic4 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Magic4 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1294871 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2664 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6, Google Play Services | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.5×8.8 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Honor Magic4
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor Magic4
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2664
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor Magic4
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor Magic4 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic4 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Honor Magic4 (86/100 vs 54/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Honor Magic4 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Magic4 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Honor Magic4 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor Magic4 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Honor Magic4 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic4 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic4 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Honor Magic4 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.