Samsung Galaxy S23 vs ZTE Axon 40 pro
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the ZTE Axon 40 pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 58/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,656,761 vs 1,010,069); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
ZTE Axon 40 pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1656761 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3520
- Lighter: 168g vs 199g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the ZTE Axon 40 pro, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 8 points higher (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro leads (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (83/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | ZTE Axon 40 pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 162.9×72.9×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 40 pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and ZTE Axon 40 pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads ZTE Axon 40 pro by 64.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (67/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (52/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 pro (83/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the ZTE Axon 40 pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE Axon 40 pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the ZTE Axon 40 pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 pro is a better fit for active users.