Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 47/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,420,808 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 199g).

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3

Performance 64
Display 82
Camera 16
Battery 19
Portability 76
Value for money 4

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?

  • Lighter: 183g vs 199g

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1420808 vs 1135878
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 3537
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 26 points higher (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (86/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (56/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (76/100 vs 50/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 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 Z Flip3 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1135878 1420808
Geekbench Single 1500 1761
Geekbench Multi 3537 4688
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W 80W
Wireless charging 10W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 12, MyOS 12
NFC — yes
Protection — IP54
Dimensions — 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 183 g 199 g
Launch price $999 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3

  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
16
camera

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • Main: 64MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3

  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3

  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
19
battery

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
47/100
1135878 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 +20.1%
1420808 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 20.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3

$999

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (86/100 vs 16/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (56/100 vs 19/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (76/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 16/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on performance (71/100 vs 64/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.