The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Aerospace Edition is the latest flagship from ZTE, pushing boundaries with up to 18GB RAM and a triple 64MP camera system — making it one of the most spec-laden Android phones available today. This special edition builds on the already-powerful Axon 40 Ultra and is aimed squarely at power users who demand the best in performance and photography.
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Aerospace Edition Price and Variants
ZTE has launched the Aerospace Edition in a single black colour with two storage configurations. The 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant is priced at 5,898 yuan (approximately ₹67,200), while the top-end 18GB RAM + 1TB storage variant is priced at 7,698 yuan (approximately ₹87,700). Compared to the standard Axon 40 Ultra, which topped out at 16GB RAM, this Aerospace Edition raises the ceiling by 2GB for the most demanding workloads.
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Display, Design and Performance
The phone sports a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1116 x 2480 pixels, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and an ultra-responsive 360Hz touch sampling rate — excellent for gaming and everyday scrolling. The Aerospace Edition's design is inspired by light and shadow travelling through time and space, giving it a distinctive premium look.
Under the hood, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Aerospace Edition is powered by the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, built on a 4nm mobile platform — one of the fastest chipsets available at the time of its launch. An independent security chip is also included for enhanced data protection. The phone ships with Android 12-based MyOS 12 out of the box.
Triple 64MP Camera System and Battery
Photography is a clear priority with the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Aerospace Edition. It comes equipped with a triple rear camera setup where all three sensors are 64 megapixels — a configuration that sets it apart from most flagships that pair a high-resolution primary sensor with lower-resolution secondary cameras. The phone also supports 8K video recording for professional-grade content creation.
For selfies and video calls, a 16-megapixel under-screen front camera is embedded into the display, keeping the front panel completely uninterrupted. On the battery front, the device houses a 5,000mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging, ensuring quick top-ups even on busy days.
Key Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.8-inch AMOLED, 1116x2480 pixels, 120Hz, 360Hz touch |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm, Octa-core) |
| RAM | 16GB / 18GB |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear Cameras | 64MP + 64MP + 64MP (Triple) |
| Front Camera | 16MP Under-Screen |
| Battery | 5,000mAh with 80W Fast Charging |
| OS | MyOS 12 (Android 12) |
| Colour | Black |
ZTE Axon 40 Pro: The Global Companion
Alongside the Aerospace Edition, ZTE also introduced the ZTE Axon 40 Pro globally in July. This phone features a 6.67-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, making it a strong choice for users who prefer a slightly smaller but still premium display. It runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor paired with MyOS 12 based on Android 12.
The Axon 40 Pro's camera setup includes a 108-megapixel primary sensor, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a macro lens as the third camera. Its front camera is a 16-megapixel punch-hole sensor. The Pro model carries the same 5,000mAh battery as the Aerospace Edition but ships with slightly slower 66W fast charging support.
Axon 40 Ultra vs Axon 40 Pro: At a Glance
- Aerospace Edition — Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, triple 64MP cameras, 18GB RAM, 80W charging
- Axon 40 Pro — Snapdragon 870, 108MP primary camera, 16GB RAM, 66W charging
- Both share a 5,000mAh battery and MyOS 12 (Android 12)
- Aerospace Edition targets ultra-performance users; Pro offers a balanced global package
Overall, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Aerospace Edition is a bold statement in the flagship segment, delivering a rare combination of 18GB RAM, three equal-resolution 64MP cameras, and a cutting-edge Snapdragon chipset — all packed into a striking space-themed design.
