Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (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 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,290,942); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is thinner (4.9mm vs 8.4mm).

Both devices scored the same rating of 71/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Performance 92
Display 81
Camera 50
Battery 45
Portability 76
Value for money
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Performance 69
Display 80
Camera 86
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1290942
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4453
  • Lighter: 199g vs 204g

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 69/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
  • Better portability (76/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 50/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (76/100 vs 52/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 3119308 1290942
Geekbench Single 3041 1675
Geekbench Multi 9494 4453
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1828x2584 1116x2480
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 199 g 204 g
Price
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1828x2584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100
3119308 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
71/100 -141.6%
1290942 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 141.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (92/100 vs 69/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (86/100 vs 50/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (76/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 50/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (92/100 vs 69/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.