Samsung Galaxy A05 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 33/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,290,942 vs 346,495); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't.

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 38 points (71/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Performance 29
Display 32
Camera 30
Battery 44
Portability 53
Value for money
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Performance 69
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 204g

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 1364
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 38 points higher (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (69/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (69/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy A05: The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A05 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 346495 1290942
Geekbench Single 420 1675
Geekbench Multi 1364 4453
Display 6.7" 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1116x2480
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 195 g 204 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • 6.7"
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
32
display
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A05 MediaTek Helio G85
33/100
346495 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 +73.2%
1290942 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 73.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (69/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (80/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 38 points (71/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (69/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.