Google Pixel 5 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads — 62/100 vs 48/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 183g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Lighter: 151g vs 183g
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 30/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 70/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 4080 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G scores 14 points higher (62/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads Google Pixel 5 by 47.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (64/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (89/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 5 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on performance (64/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.