Samsung Galaxy A52 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads — 70/100 vs 46/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A52
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 204g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 (52/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 24 points higher (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (68/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (68/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A52 | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | 65W | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 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
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A52 and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 60.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (68/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 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?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 24 points (70/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on performance (68/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.