Huawei Mate 80 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Huawei Mate 80 (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9020, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the Huawei Mate 80 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei Mate 80 is faster in AnTuTu (1,589,460 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate 80
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Huawei Mate 80 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1589460 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4446 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1370
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Mate 80 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 leads (81/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 80 is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (81/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate 80 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1589460 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1370 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4446 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5750 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.0 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.0×8.0 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate 80
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate 80
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate 80
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate 80 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 80 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 39.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 80 is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 (71/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (81/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate 80 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Huawei Mate 80 (69/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate 80 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Huawei Mate 80 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate 80 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate 80 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Huawei Mate 80 leads on performance (69/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate 80 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Huawei Mate 80 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.