Samsung Galaxy A52 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 4500); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy A52

Performance 41
Display 68
Camera 45
Battery 39
Portability 61
Value for money 20

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

Performance 68
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 52
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?

  • Lighter: 189g vs 204g

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 52/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 517460
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 1762
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 45/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 68/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52 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 41/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (68/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).

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 A52 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 517460 1294871
Geekbench Single 746 1662
Geekbench Multi 1762 4188
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution — 1116x2480
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging — 80W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS — Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 —
Dimensions 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 189 g 204 g
Launch price $400 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy A52

  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 32MP
45
camera

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • Main: 64MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy A52

  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
68
display

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy A52

  • 4500 mAh
  • No wireless charging
39
battery

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A52 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A52 Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
46/100
517460 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 +60.0%
1294871 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 60.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy A52

$400

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (68/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 45/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (56/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy A52 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 45/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (68/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52 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.