Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 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 58/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S22+ — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22+
Performance 69
Display 79
Camera 39
Battery 46
Portability 64
Value for money
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Performance 69
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22+ better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 204g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 39/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 13 points higher (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 69/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy S22+: The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S22+ ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1290942 1290942
Geekbench Single 1675 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453 4453
Display 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1116x2480
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 65W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC yes
Dimensions 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 196 g 204 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
39
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S22+ and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S22+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
58/100
1290942 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100
1290942 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S22+
$999
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 69/100.

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (86/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S22+ — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 39/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22+ over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.