Poco X8 Pro vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, 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 63/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1555
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 8 points higher (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition by 52.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.