Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (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 XL leads — 74/100 vs 61/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 1,119,714); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 221g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Performance 74
Display 86
Camera 88
Battery 57
Portability 41
Value for money 60
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 63
Battery 30
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 1119714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1488
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 3373
  • Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4200 mAh

  • Higher performance (74/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better camera (88/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (57/100 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 221g

  • Better display (89/100 vs 86/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 13 points higher (74/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (57/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (70/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
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 XL ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1585585 1119714
Geekbench Single 1900 1488
Geekbench Multi 5200 3373
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 2992x1344 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 37W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 160
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP
RAM 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm
Weight 221 g 183 g
Price $1099
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Front: —
63
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
86
display
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
57
battery
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 4200 mAh
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Tensor G4
74/100
1585585 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
61/100 -41.6%
1119714 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 41.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
$1099
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (88/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (57/100 vs 30/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (70/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 63/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (74/100 vs 63/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.