Samsung Galaxy S23 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is thinner (7.6mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Better portability (83/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1656761
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (83/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 5.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. ZTE Axon 60 Ultra was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (63/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (83/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.