Motorola Frontier 22 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads — 71/100 vs 70/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Frontier 22
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Motorola Frontier 22 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 50W
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Frontier 22 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the Motorola Frontier 22 scores 1 points higher (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Frontier 22 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1294871 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 50W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | — | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Frontier 22
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Frontier 22
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Frontier 22
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Frontier 22 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, 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 Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Motorola Frontier 22 edges out the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Frontier 22 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Motorola Frontier 22 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Frontier 22 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.