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 61/100 (a 3-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 1,119,714); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 257g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 70
Display 78
Camera 64
Battery 42
Portability 52
Value for money 32
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 63
Battery 30
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1119714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 1488
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 3373
  • Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4200 mAh

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 63/100)
  • 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 3 points higher (64/100 vs 61/100). 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 63/100). 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).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G: The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1401321 1119714
Geekbench Single 1750 1488
Geekbench Multi 4516 3373
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
Price $1799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Front: —
63
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
42
battery
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 4200 mAh
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
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 Google Tensor G4
64/100
1401321 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
61/100 -25.1%
1119714 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 25.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).

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 3 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 — 61/100.

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 63/100).

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.