ZTE Axon 50 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,420,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (86/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (50/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MyOS 12 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $700 |
Camera comparison
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 19.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (50/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (76/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.