Samsung Galaxy A05 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 33/100 (a 40-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 346,495); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't.

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 40 points (73/100 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 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 199g

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1425446 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 1364
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 40 points higher (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (71/100 vs 29/100). 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 44/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).

Samsung Galaxy A05: The Samsung Galaxy A05 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 Samsung Galaxy A05 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 346495 1425446
Geekbench Single 420 1761
Geekbench Multi 1364 4688
Display 6.7" 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 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 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 12, MyOS 12
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 195 g 199 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • 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
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • 6.7"
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
32
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A05 MediaTek Helio G85
33/100
346495 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 +75.7%
1425446 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 75.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (71/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 40 points (73/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 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 Samsung Galaxy A05 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on performance (71/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.