Motorola Moto G14 vs ZTE Axon 40

The Motorola Moto G14 (2023) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T616, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 leads — 58/100 vs 34/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Moto G14 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 200g).

The ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 by 24 points (58/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G14
Performance 19
Display 58
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 73
Value for money
ZTE Axon 40
Performance 61
Display 73
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 53
Value for money
What makes Motorola Moto G14 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 200g

  • Better portability (73/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 400
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 1350
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better camera (51/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (73/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G14 vs the ZTE Axon 40, the ZTE Axon 40 scores 24 points higher (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (61/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 (61/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G14 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (73/100 vs 53/100).

Motorola Moto G14: The Motorola Moto G14 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40: The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G14 ZTE Axon 40
Processor Unisoc Tiger T616 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
AnTuTu 1010069
Geekbench Single 400 1298
Geekbench Multi 1350 3520
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7"
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 44 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 161.5×73.8×8.0 mm 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 177 g 200 g
Price $104
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G14
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
ZTE Axon 40
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G14
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
58
display
ZTE Axon 40
  • 6.7"
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
73
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G14
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
ZTE Axon 40
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G14
$104
ZTE Axon 40
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 (61/100 vs 19/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 (73/100 vs 58/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 (51/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G14 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 (73/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G14 or the ZTE Axon 40?

The ZTE Axon 40 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G14 by 24 points (58/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G14 and the ZTE Axon 40?

The Motorola Moto G14 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G14 or the ZTE Axon 40?

The ZTE Axon 40 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G14 or the ZTE Axon 40?

The ZTE Axon 40 leads on performance (61/100 vs 19/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G14 over the ZTE Axon 40?

The Motorola Moto G14 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.