Google Pixel 5 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, 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 48/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,119,714 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 5
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Lighter: 151g vs 188g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1119714 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1488 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3373 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4080 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (63/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 17 points higher (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (84/100 vs 67/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads Google Pixel 5 by 46.6% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (63/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (89/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (71/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (84/100 vs 67/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 5 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on performance (63/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.