Google Pixel 10a vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads — 65/100 vs 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10a has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4600); the Google Pixel 10a is faster in AnTuTu (1,422,477 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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 4600 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 188g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (71/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). 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 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| 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 | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10a leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 25.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (89/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G edges out the Google Pixel 10a by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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 Ultra 5G?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.