Sony Xperia 5 IV vs ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
The Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 67/100. Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 1,242,193); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia 5 IV
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 199g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 54/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 1242193
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
The Sony Xperia 5 IV and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 67/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (74/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia 5 IV | ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1242193 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Oled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 119 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | 161.9×72.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Oled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia 5 IV and ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 4.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G (74/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 5 IV or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
Both devices scored 67/100. They are identical on performance — 68/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Sony Xperia 5 IV (74/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia 5 IV or the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia 5 IV over the ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 41 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.