Nokia XR30 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Nokia XR30 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 71/100 vs 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 592,015).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR30
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Nokia XR30 better?
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR30 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (56/100 vs 37/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR30 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR30
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR30
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR30
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR30 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Nokia XR30 by 54.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (68/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 (86/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Nokia XR30 (56/100 vs 37/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR30 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Nokia XR30 by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR30 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Nokia XR30 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR30 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR30 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (68/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR30 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.