Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 58/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,425,446 vs 1,290,942).

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S22+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22+
Performance 69
Display 79
Camera 39
Battery 46
Portability 64
Value for money
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22+ better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 199g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1425446 vs 1290942
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 4453
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 69/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 39/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 15 points higher (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).

Samsung Galaxy S22+: The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S22+ ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1290942 1425446
Geekbench Single 1675 1761
Geekbench Multi 4453 4688
Display 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Android 12, MyOS 12
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 196 g 199 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
39
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S22+ and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S22+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
58/100
1290942 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 +9.4%
1425446 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S22+ by 9.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S22+
$999
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (86/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S22+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 39/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22+ over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.