Nokia 8 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 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 29/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 188g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 36 points higher (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (64/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (84/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 3537 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads Nokia 8 by 61.4% 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 ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (71/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (41/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (84/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 36 points (65/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on performance (64/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.