ZTE Voyage 3D vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra: A Deep Dive into Two Very Different Approaches

The ZTE Voyage 3D arrives with a novel 3D display and a focus on affordability, challenging the established flagship dominance of devices like the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. While the S22 Ultra represents the pinnacle of Samsung’s smartphone engineering, the Voyage 3D attempts to carve a niche with its unique feature set. This comparison dissects the core differences, helping you determine which device best suits your needs and budget.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For the average user prioritizing performance, camera quality, and a premium experience, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is the clear winner. However, the ZTE Voyage 3D offers a compelling, and currently rare, 3D experience at a significantly lower price point, making it ideal for niche users.

PHONES
Phone Names ZTE Voyage 3D Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 411, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
5G bands1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 78 SA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G (5+ Gbps DL)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
 -1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA
Launch
Announced2024, June 272022, February 09
StatusAvailable. Released 2024, June 27Available. Released 2022, February 25
Body
BuildGlass front, plastic frame, plastic backGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), aluminum frame
Dimensions163.5 x 75 x 8.5 mm (6.44 x 2.95 x 0.33 in)163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Weight190 g (6.70 oz)228 g / 229 g (mmWave) (8.04 oz)
 -IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum frame with tougher drop and scratch resistance (advertised) Stylus, 2.8ms latency (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro)
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Resolution1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)1440 x 3088 pixels, 19.3:9 ratio (~500 ppi density)
Size6.58 inches, 104.3 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio)6.8 inches, 114.7 cm2 (~90.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD, 120HzDynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1750 nits (peak)
 -Always-on display
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 3x Cortex-A76 & 4x Cortex-A55)Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) - EuropeOcta-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) - ROW
ChipsetUnisoc T760 (6 nm)Exynos 2200 (4 nm) - EuropeQualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) - ROW
GPUMali-G57Xclipse 920 - EuropeAdreno 730 - ROW
OSAndroid 13, MyOS 13Android 12, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Memory
Card slotUnspecifiedNo
Internal128GB 6GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM
 -UFS 3.1
Main Camera
Dual50 MP, (wide), PDAF 5 MP-
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Quad-108 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.33", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video
Video1080p@30fps8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
Features-HDR
Single5 MP40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.82", 0.7µm, PDAF
VideoYes4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack -No
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker YesYes, with stereo speakers
 -32-bit/384kHz audio Tuned by AKG
Comms
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE5.2, A2DP, LE
NFCUnspecifiedYes
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDSGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-bandWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
 -Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support
Battery
Charging33W wired, PD3.045W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless
Type4500 mAhLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsBlackPhantom Black, White, Burgundy, Green, Graphite, Red, Sky Blue, Bora Purple
Models-SM-S908B, SM-S908B/DS, SM-S908U, SM-S908U1, SM-S908W, SM-S908N, SM-S9080, SM-S908E, SM-S908E/DS
PriceAbout 190 EUR€ 397.07 / $ 269.98 / £ 304.99 / ₹ 63,899
SAR-1.18 W/kg (head)     0.98 W/kg (body)
SAR EU-1.05 W/kg (head)     1.58 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life-Endurance rating 108h
Camera-Photo / Video
Display-Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker--27.3 LUFS (Good)
Performance-AnTuTu: 968359 (v9) GeekBench: 3657 (v5.1) GFXBench: 37fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

ZTE Voyage 3D

  • Unique 3D display technology
  • Significantly lower price point
  • PD3.0 fast charging support

  • Less powerful processor
  • Inferior camera system
  • Limited software support

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G

  • Exceptional performance with Exynos 2200/Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
  • Versatile and high-quality camera system
  • Bright and vibrant display with LTPO technology

  • High price tag
  • Potential for Exynos overheating (depending on region)
  • Larger and heavier form factor

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra boasts a significantly brighter display, peaking at 1266 nits, ensuring excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. While the Voyage 3D’s display specs are not provided, its key feature is its 3D capability, which alters the viewing experience. The S22 Ultra’s infinite contrast ratio (nominal) suggests a superior viewing experience for HDR content. The S22 Ultra likely utilizes LTPO technology for adaptive refresh rates, conserving battery life, a feature absent in the Voyage 3D’s specifications.

Camera Comparison

Both devices feature photo and video capabilities, but the S22 Ultra is expected to offer a far more sophisticated camera system. While specific sensor details are missing for both, Samsung’s flagship typically includes large sensors, advanced image stabilization (OIS), and a wider range of shooting modes. The Voyage 3D’s camera is likely focused on providing basic functionality, while the S22 Ultra aims for professional-grade results. The absence of details regarding the Voyage 3D’s lens apertures suggests a less capable low-light performance compared to the S22 Ultra.

Performance

The Galaxy S22 Ultra, equipped with either the Exynos 2200 (Europe) or Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (ROW) fabricated on a 4nm process, delivers substantially higher processing power than the Voyage 3D’s Unisoc T760 (6nm). The S22 Ultra’s CPU configuration – Cortex-X2, A710, and A510 cores – is architecturally superior to the Voyage 3D’s mix of A76 and A55 cores, resulting in faster application loading and smoother multitasking. The 4nm process node of the S22 Ultra’s chipset also contributes to improved thermal efficiency, mitigating throttling during sustained workloads. The Unisoc T760 is adequate for everyday tasks, but will struggle with demanding games and applications compared to the S22 Ultra.

Battery Life

Both phones share an endurance rating of 108 hours, suggesting comparable battery life under similar usage scenarios. However, the S22 Ultra’s 45W wired charging, along with 15W wireless and 4.5W reverse wireless charging, provides significantly faster and more versatile charging options than the Voyage 3D’s 33W wired charging with PD3.0. While the battery capacity isn’t specified for either device, the S22 Ultra’s faster charging speeds can offset any potential capacity differences, allowing for quicker top-ups throughout the day.

Buying Guide

Buy the ZTE Voyage 3D if you are fascinated by 3D display technology and want to experience it without a flagship price tag, and are willing to compromise on raw processing power and camera capabilities. Buy the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G if you demand top-tier performance, a versatile camera system, a vibrant display, and a polished software experience, and are prepared to invest in a premium device.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Exynos 2200 chip in the Galaxy S22 Ultra suffer from overheating issues?
Early reports indicated potential thermal throttling with the Exynos 2200 variant, particularly during prolonged gaming sessions. However, software updates have mitigated these issues to some extent. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 variant generally exhibits better thermal performance.
❓ Is the 3D effect on the ZTE Voyage 3D noticeable and comfortable for extended viewing?
The effectiveness of the 3D effect is subjective and depends on individual preferences. While the novelty is appealing, prolonged viewing may cause eye strain for some users. The Voyage 3D likely offers adjustable 3D intensity settings to mitigate this.
❓ What kind of gaming performance can I expect from the Unisoc T760 in the ZTE Voyage 3D?
The Unisoc T760 is capable of handling casual mobile games, but will struggle with graphically demanding titles at high settings. Expect reduced frame rates and potential stuttering in games like PUBG or Genshin Impact.
❓ Does the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra support 120Hz refresh rate across all apps?
The S22 Ultra's display supports an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, but it's not always active across all apps. Some apps may be limited to 60Hz to conserve battery life. The LTPO technology dynamically adjusts the refresh rate based on the content being displayed.