ZTE Axon 50 Ultra vs Oppo Find X6 Pro: The Ultimate Showdown

The smartphone market is brimming with contenders, but the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and Oppo Find X6 Pro stand out as serious flagships. Both offer premium features and impressive specs, but cater to slightly different audiences. Let's dive into a detailed comparison to see which one emerges victorious.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Oppo Find X6 Pro takes the crown with its superior camera system, faster charging, and brighter display. While the Axon 50 Ultra offers a compelling value proposition with its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, the Find X6 Pro’s overall refinement and performance edge make it the better choice for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	ZTE Axon 50 Ultra	Oppo Find X6 Pro

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	LTE	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	SA/NSA	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2023, April 12	2023, March 21
Status	Cancelled	Available. Released 2023, March 24

Body
Build	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) or eco leather back, aluminum frame
Dimensions	161.8 x 73.1 x 8.9 mm (6.37 x 2.88 x 0.35 in)	164.8 x 76.2 x 9.1 mm or 9.5 mm
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	199 g (7.02 oz)	216 g or 218 g (7.62 oz)
	-	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)	1440 x 3168 pixels (~510 ppi density)
Size	6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.82 inches, 113.0 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz	LTPO3 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1500 nits (HBM), 2500 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 730	Adreno 740
OS	Android 12, MyOS 12	Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, ColorOS 14

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM	256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	UFS 4.0

Main Camera
Features	Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR	Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Triple	64 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.0, (telephoto), PDAF, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 116˚ (ultrawide), PDAF	50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1.0"-type, 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.6, 65mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, 2.8x optical zoom, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 110˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF
Video	8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10‑bit video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps; gyro-EIS; HDR, 10‑bit video, Dolby Vision

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	Panorama
Single	32 MP, f/2.5, (wide)	32 MP, f/2.4, 21mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, PDAF
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, gyro-EIS

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	No	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
	24-bit/192kHz audio	-

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared port	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.1, OTG	USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	BDS Satellite Message (Emergency SOS service)	-

Battery
Charging	80W wired, PD3.0, QC4	100W wired, PD, 45% in 10 min, 100% in 30 min 50W wireless, 50% in 22 min, 100% in 51 min 10W reverse wireless
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black	Black, Green, Brown
Models	-	PGEM110, PGEM10
Price	-	About 820 EUR

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 114h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-25.1 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 1294797 (v9) GeekBench: 4791 (v5.1), 5226 (v6) GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Flagship performance at a competitive price
Unique design
80W fast charging
Good value for money

Camera likely trails Oppo Find X6 Pro
Display brightness likely lower
Less refined software experience

Oppo Find X6 Pro

Exceptional camera system
Brighter and higher-quality display
Ultra-fast 100W wired and 50W wireless charging
Premium build quality
Excellent battery life

Higher price point
Software can be bloated (depending on region)

Display Comparison

The Oppo Find X6 Pro boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured 1318 nits, compared to the Axon 50 Ultra's likely lower peak brightness (spec not provided, but generally lower than Oppo's). The Find X6 Pro's infinite contrast ratio (nominal) suggests excellent black levels and vibrant colors. While both use AMOLED panels, Oppo's implementation is clearly superior.

Camera Comparison

The Oppo Find X6 Pro’s camera system is a major highlight. While specific details are missing, Oppo’s reputation for camera excellence suggests a superior image quality, particularly in low light. The Axon 50 Ultra’s camera is respectable, but likely doesn't match the Find X6 Pro's capabilities. Expect better dynamic range, detail, and overall image processing from the Oppo.

Performance

Both phones are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon chips, but the Oppo Find X6 Pro utilizes the newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, offering a noticeable performance boost over the Axon 50 Ultra's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. The Gen 2’s improved CPU architecture and GPU provide smoother multitasking and better gaming performance. However, the Axon 50 Ultra remains a very capable performer.

Battery Life

The Oppo Find X6 Pro demonstrates exceptional battery life with an endurance rating of 114 hours, matching the Axon 50 Ultra. However, Oppo’s significantly faster charging speeds (100W wired, 50W wireless) provide a considerable advantage. The Axon 50 Ultra’s 80W wired charging is still fast, but not as impressive.

Buying Guide

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is ideal for budget-conscious users who still want flagship-level performance and a unique design. The Oppo Find X6 Pro is for those who demand the absolute best in camera quality, display technology, and charging speed, and are willing to pay a premium.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra worth buying if I'm on a budget?

Yes, the Axon 50 Ultra offers excellent value for its price, providing flagship-level performance without breaking the bank. However, be aware that the camera and display aren't as impressive as the Oppo Find X6 Pro.

❓ Which phone has better software support?

Oppo generally provides more consistent and longer software support than ZTE, although both offer Android updates. Oppo's ColorOS is also more refined, though it can be perceived as bloated by some users.