Motorola Razr Fold vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 58/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Motorola Razr Fold is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 40 pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr Fold
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3520
- Faster charging: 68W vs 65W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 285g
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Razr Fold vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 25 points higher (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Razr Fold | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3520 | |
| Display | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX9 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 285 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Razr Fold and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Fold leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 202.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 40 pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (90/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (91/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr Fold or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro by 25 points (83/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Razr Fold and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Motorola Razr Fold has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Razr Fold or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Razr Fold or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on performance (90/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Razr Fold over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.