Google Pixel Fold
#119
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
#385Category Breakdown
Google Pixel Fold
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Performance
94.797.5
Camera
97.997.7
Display
96.896.3
Battery
92.233.7
Build
81.381.4
Connectivity
89.087.3
Audio
87.687.6
Overall
89.379.5
Summary
- The Google Pixel Fold features a foldable OLED display measuring 7.6 inches with a resolution of 1840 x 2208 pixels and a peak brightness of 1450 nits, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition has a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1116 x 2480 pixels and a peak brightness of 1500 nits.
- In terms of performance, the Pixel Fold is powered by the Google Tensor G2 chipset, whereas the Axon 40 utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, with the latter offering more RAM options.
- The camera systems differ significantly; the Pixel Fold has a versatile triple-camera setup with a 48 MP main sensor, while the Axon 40 boasts a 64 MP triple-camera configuration capable of 8K video recording.
- Battery capacity is higher in the Axon 40 at 5000 mAh compared to the Pixel Fold's 4821 mAh, but the Pixel Fold supports wireless charging.
- Both devices run Android, with the Pixel Fold offering a more recent version and a longer upgrade path.
- Build quality is premium for both, with the Pixel Fold featuring Gorilla Glass and an aluminum frame, while the Axon 40 combines glass and ceramic for a distinct finish.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Google Pixel Fold
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
General
Release Date
2023, May 10
2022, November 29
Announced
2023, May 10
2022, November 29
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
7.6"
6.8"
Type
Foldable OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1450 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)
Resolution
1840 x 2208 pixels (~378 ppi density)
1116 x 2480 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI
1840
1116
Refresh Rate
120Hz
120Hz
HDR Support
✓
✓
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU
Mali-G710 MP7
Adreno 730
Memory
256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 18GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
No
Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS10.8 MP, f/3.1, 112mm (telephoto), 1/3.1", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom10.8 MP, f/2.2, 121˚, (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.25µm
64 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
Main Camera Features
Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µmCover camera:9.5 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF
16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.22µm, under display
Front Camera Features
HDR, panorama
HDR
Video Recording
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR
8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10‑bit video
Selfie Video
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✓
✓
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
4821 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 4821 mAh
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details
Wired, PD3.0Wireless
80W wired, PD3.0, QC4
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✓
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
Unfolded: 139.7 x 158.7 x 5.8 mmFolded: 139.7 x 79.5 x 12.1 mm
163.3 x 73.6 x 8.4 mm (6.43 x 2.90 x 0.33 in)
Weight
283 g
204 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Glass front, ceramic back, aluminum frame
Colors
Porcelain, Obsidian
Black
Foldable
✓
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM +eSIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G
✓
✓
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC
✓
✓
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 5 major Android upgrades
Android 12, MyOS 12
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass