Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, 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 — 54/100 vs 31/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500).

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 23 points (54/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 84
Battery 51
Design 51
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Lighter: 194g vs 199g

  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 51/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (84/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 23 points higher (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1425446
Geekbench Single 1761
Geekbench Multi 4688
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2388 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 80W 80W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, Origin OS Ocean Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 194 g 199 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
84
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (84/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 23 points (54/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (84/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.