Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 1,294,871); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 4188
- Lighter: 190g vs 204g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (72/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition by 148.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (92/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (86/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (72/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.