Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 54/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably lighter (189g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 55W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 214g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 30 points higher (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (61/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (67/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 30S by 242.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (86/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (61/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (67/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.