HMD Skyline vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The HMD Skyline (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. Both devices score the same overall rating of 62/100. Key differences: the HMD Skyline has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 798,429); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Skyline
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes HMD Skyline better?
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4200 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Better camera (75/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 2687
- Lighter: 183g vs 209g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
The HMD Skyline and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 62/100. In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline leads (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Skyline leads (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the HMD Skyline and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Skyline notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the HMD Skyline (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Skyline | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×76.0×8.9 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
HMD Skyline
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
HMD Skyline
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Skyline
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Skyline and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads HMD Skyline by 29.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the HMD Skyline and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the HMD Skyline notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (45/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the HMD Skyline (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Skyline or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
Both devices scored 62/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (64/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Skyline and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The HMD Skyline has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Skyline or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The HMD Skyline leads on camera score (75/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Skyline or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on performance (64/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the HMD Skyline over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.