Motorola Edge 60 Pro vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 60 Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Motorola Edge 60 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4200 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 198g
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 60 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 60 Pro | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 125W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 5200 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:38 hrs, total 24:17 hrs
- Wired: 125W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 60 Pro and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 247.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (98/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 60 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 60 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 60 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 60 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 60 Pro over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.