Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 64/100 vs 62/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1707 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4431 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 257g
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 2 points higher (64/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 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 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (70/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 3537 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | — | |
| RAM | 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | — | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 23.4% 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 9 Pro Fold 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 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (70/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.