Google Pixel 10a vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 64/100 vs 62/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10a has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4200); the Google Pixel 10a is faster in AnTuTu (1,422,477 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1422477 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1707 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4431 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 185g
- Better display (89/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Google Pixel 10a scores 2 points higher (64/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1422477 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10a leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 25.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (89/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 10a edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 10a leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.