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Released: 2022, May 09

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra

Overall Score

73.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#243)73.4
Performance(#225)83.3
Camera(#133)56.5
Display(#767)88.5
Battery(#1643)60.0
Build(#2200)75.8

Comparisons Featuring ZTE Axon 40 Ultra

Short Review

  • The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra features a sleek design with a glass front and back, aluminum frame, and dimensions of 163.3 x 73.6 x 8.4 mm, weighing 204g.
  • Its 6.8-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1116 x 2480 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 1500 nits, providing vibrant visuals.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for up to 16GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes three 64 MP lenses for standard, telephoto, and ultrawide shots, capable of recording video in 8K at 30fps.
  • A 5000mAh battery supports 65W fast charging, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharges.
  • Running on Android 12 with MyOS 13, it is upgradable to Android 13, offering a user-friendly experience.
  • Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
  • The device lacks a headphone jack but features stereo speakers for enhanced audio.
  • Special features include HDR10+ support and advanced video recording capabilities.
  • Overall, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra combines high-end specifications with a premium build.

Specifications

General

Release Date2022, May 09
Announced2022, May 09
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.8"
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)
Resolution1116 x 2480 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI1116
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPUAdreno 730
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera64 MP
Main Camera Details64 MP, f/1.6, 35mm (standard), 1/1.7", PDAF, OIS64 MP, f/3.5, 91mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom (vs. 26mm cam)64 MP, f/2.4, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.7", PDAF
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.22µm, under display
Video Recording8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10‑bit video
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details65W wired, PD3.0, QC4
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions163.3 x 73.6 x 8.4 mm (6.43 x 2.90 x 0.33 in)
Weight204 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold, Silver
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 13, MyOS 13
OS VersionAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 13, MyOS 13

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo