Motorola Moto G35 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Motorola Moto G35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads — 70/100 vs 46/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 628,581); the Motorola Moto G35 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G35
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Motorola Moto G35 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 204g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 2318
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G35 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 24 points higher (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G35 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (68/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G35 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×76.0×7.8 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G35
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G35 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads Motorola Moto G35 by 51.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (68/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G35 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (68/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G35 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 by 24 points (70/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G35 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G35 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G35 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G35 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on performance (68/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G35 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.