Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) 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 8a leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4200); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 188g
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 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 8a | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 26.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 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 8a or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.