Google Pixel 4 XL vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, 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 42/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 824,513).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 3700 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 23 points higher (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (41/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (71/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (41/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 27.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (71/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (41/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 23 points (65/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on performance (64/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.