Motorola Moto G100S vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Motorola Moto G100S (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads — 65/100 vs 51/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G100S has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 829,894); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G100S
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Motorola Moto G100S better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 2892
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G100S vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 14 points higher (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S leads (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (67/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G100S | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.5×8.6 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G100S
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G100S and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads Motorola Moto G100S by 26.9% 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 ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (71/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (57/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (67/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G100S or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G100S — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G100S and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Motorola Moto G100S has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G100S or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G100S or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on performance (64/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G100S over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Motorola Moto G100S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.