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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra phone review — specs and Genze score

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Specifications

Zte

Released 2022, May 13

8 / 12 / 16 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)

  • 204g, 8.4mm thickness
  • Android 12, up to Android 13, MyOS 13
  • 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 9.8
Display 8.3
Performance 8.8
Camera 8.4
Body 6
Gaming 8.6
Software 4.4
Connectivity 8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8/10

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Quick specifications

6.8"

1116x2480 pixels

64MP

4320p

8-16GB RAM

Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

5000mAh

65W

Score breakdown

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8 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 9.8/10
Display 8.3/10
Camera 8.4/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 8.6/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
4 nm 3.00 GHz BT 5.2 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2022

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Europe
??? HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International
??? CDMA2000 1x
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Europe
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 38, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA - Europe
??? 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2022, May 09
Status Available. Released 2022, May 13
Dimensions 163.3 x 73.6 x 8.4 mm (6.43 x 2.90 x 0.33 in)
Weight 204 g (7.20 oz)
Build Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)
Size 6.8 inches, 111.6 cm2 (~92.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1116 x 2480 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
OS Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, MyOS 13
Chipset Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Adreno 730
Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
??? UFS 3.1
Triple 64 MP, f/1.6, 35mm (standard), 1/1.7", PDAF, OIS

64 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
Features Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10???bit video
Single 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.22??m, under display
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

Snapdragon Sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging 65W wired, PD3.0, QC4
Colors Black, Gold, Silver
Models A2023P, A2023PG
Price About 380 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 884923 (v9)

GeekBench: 3189 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 58fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 680 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -25.8 LUFS (Very good)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 104h

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Frequently asked questions

Is ZTE Axon 40 Ultra worth buying in 2026?

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is ZTE Axon 40 Ultra good for gaming?

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra scores 86/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does ZTE Axon 40 Ultra have?

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra features a 6.80-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does ZTE Axon 40 Ultra have?

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is available with 8 / 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?

Genze rates ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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