Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Kirin 9030S, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 1,273,046); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is noticeably lighter (204g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 1273046
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 3894
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 230g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9030S | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1273046 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1273 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3894 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1308x2880 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max by 1.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (86/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (68/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Huawei Pura 80 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.