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 — 71/100 vs 46/100 (a 25-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 (1,290,942 vs 514,398); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 30
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Performance 69
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 52
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 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 514398
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 1762
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (69/100 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 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (69/100 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 (69/100 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).

Samsung Galaxy A52: The Samsung Galaxy A52 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A52 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 514398 1290942
Geekbench Single 746 1675
Geekbench Multi 1762 4453
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
45
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/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
  • 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
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy A52 Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
46/100
514398 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 +60.2%
1290942 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 60.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A52
$400
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (69/100 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 25 points (71/100 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 — 71/100.

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 (69/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy A52 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.