Vivo S60e vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

The Vivo S60e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $400 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S60e has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 6000); the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,099,769); the Vivo S60e is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.1mm).

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Vivo S60e by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo S60e

Performance 60
Display 94
Camera 44
Battery 83
Portability 64
Value for money 58

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

Performance 76
Display 84
Camera 78
Battery 63
Portability 30
Value for money 60

What makes Vivo S60e better?

  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $700

  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
  • Better portability (64/100 vs 30/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1099769
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1089
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3276

  • Higher performance (76/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S60e vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e leads (83/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Vivo S60e — 58/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S60e (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (64/100 vs 30/100).

Vivo S60e: The Vivo S60e is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Vivo S60e ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 1099769 1757044
Geekbench Single 1089 2004
Geekbench Multi 3276 5311
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2750 1260x2800
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7200 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 90W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 14
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×74.3×7.8 mm 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm
Weight 196 g —
Launch price $400 $700

Camera comparison

Vivo S60e

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
44
camera

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Vivo S60e

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

Vivo S60e

  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless charging: no data
83
battery

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
63
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo S60e and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo S60e MediaTek Dimensity 7500
65/100
1099769 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
73/100 +37.4%
1757044 AnTuTu

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Vivo S60e by 37.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo S60e

$400

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra

$700

Launch price difference: $300. Vivo S60e was $300 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S60e (76/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (78/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (83/100 vs 63/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (64/100 vs 30/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo S60e or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Vivo S60e by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo S60e and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Vivo S60e has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S60e or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo S60e or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S60e over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?

The Vivo S60e is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.