Google Pixel 8 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 62/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 187g
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Google Pixel 8 scores 6 points higher (68/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (79/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 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 8 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 27.1% 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 8 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (79/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 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 8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.