Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1250 and $700. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,622,749); the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (39/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1622749
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3894
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $1250
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max — 56/100, 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 is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1622749 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1273 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3894 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1308x2880 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, EMUI 16 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1250 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max by 7.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (83/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (76/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.