Lava Blaze Curve vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Lava Blaze Curve (2024) runs on the Dimensity 7050, 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 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 806,012); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Curve doesn't; the Lava Blaze Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Curve
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Lava Blaze Curve better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 204g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 806012
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 2398
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Curve vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Lava Blaze Curve are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Curve | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7050 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 806012 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2398 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×74.0×8.8 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Curve
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Curve and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Lava Blaze Curve by 37.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (68/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Lava Blaze Curve are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (86/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Curve or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is noticeably better than the Lava Blaze Curve — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Curve and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Lava Blaze Curve has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Curve or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Curve or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (68/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Curve over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.