Huawei Pura X Max vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 1,420,808); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1680
- Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 229g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 4688 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 48.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (86/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (72/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Huawei Pura X Max by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.