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 — 70/100 vs 58/100 (a 12-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.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22+
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
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 12 points higher (70/100 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 — 68/100. 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22+ | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1294871 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22+ and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
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 12 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 — 70/100.
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.