Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 201g vs 204g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 68/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X2 Pro | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1504467 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 12 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×72.7×9.0 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 16.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (86/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra edges out the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.