Realme 14 Pro+ vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Realme 14 Pro+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, 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 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 14 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 1,107,631).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 14 Pro+
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Realme 14 Pro+ better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 204g
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 1107631
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 3390
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 14 Pro+ vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 14 Pro+ and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro+ (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 14 Pro+ is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 Pro+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (68/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 14 Pro+ | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1107631 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2800 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 8.0×None×None mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 14 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 14 Pro+
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 14 Pro+
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 14 Pro+ and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Realme 14 Pro+ by 14.5% 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 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 14 Pro+ and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Realme 14 Pro+ (86/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 14 Pro+ is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 14 Pro+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (68/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 14 Pro+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Realme 14 Pro+ by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 14 Pro+ and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Realme 14 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 14 Pro+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 14 Pro+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (68/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Realme 14 Pro+ over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Realme 14 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.