Vivo iQOO Z7 vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition

The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads — 52/100 vs 26/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 204g).

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 26 points (52/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 83
Battery 51
Design 45
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Lighter: 173g vs 204g

  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 45/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (83/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 26 points higher (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition: The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z7 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1290942
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1116x2480
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W 80W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 18GB
Storage 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm
Weight 173 g 204 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
83
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1116x2480
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (18/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (83/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (51/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 45/100).

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 Z7 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 26 points (52/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 52/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (83/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.