Vivo S60e vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Vivo S60e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500, 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 — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S60e has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 1,099,769).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S60e
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Vivo S60e better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 1099769
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1089
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 3276
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S60e vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e leads (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S60e | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1099769 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1089 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3276 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×74.3×7.8 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo S60e
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo S60e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S60e
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S60e and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads Vivo S60e by 15.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (86/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (83/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S60e or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition edges out the Vivo S60e by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo S60e and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Vivo S60e has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S60e or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on camera score (86/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S60e or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition leads on performance (68/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S60e over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Vivo S60e is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.