Nokia G42 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,425,446 vs 477,542).

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money 54
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Nokia G42 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 199g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1425446 vs 477542
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 1816
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).

Nokia G42: The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G42 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 477542 1425446
Geekbench Single 746 1761
Geekbench Multi 1816 4688
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 20W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 560 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 193 g 199 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G42
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia G42 and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia G42 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
39/100
477542 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 +66.5%
1425446 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Nokia G42 by 66.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia G42
$150
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (71/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on performance (71/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.