Motorola Razr Fold vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 62/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Razr Fold is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr Fold
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 285g
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Razr Fold vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 21 points higher (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (91/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (68/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (68/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (70/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Razr Fold | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3537 | |
| Display | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX9 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 285 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Razr Fold and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Fold leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 169.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (68/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (70/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 21 points (83/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Razr Fold and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Razr Fold has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Razr Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Razr Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on performance (90/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Razr Fold over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.