Huawei Pura X Max vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 229g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 3537 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (71/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (72/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Huawei Pura X Max edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.