Nokia C32 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G

The Nokia C32 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads — 61/100 vs 37/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C32 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C32 doesn't; the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 199g).

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 by 24 points (61/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C32
Performance
Display 39
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 53
Value for money
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 63
Battery 30
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Nokia C32 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 183g vs 199g

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C32 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G scores 24 points higher (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C32 leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (63/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C32 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Nokia C32 (70/100 vs 53/100).

Nokia C32: The Nokia C32 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G: The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C32 ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Processor Unisoc Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1119714
Geekbench Single 1488
Geekbench Multi 3373
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 10W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 13 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.6 mm 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm
Weight 199 g 183 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nokia C32
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Front: —
63
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C32
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C32
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 4200 mAh
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (89/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (63/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia C32 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Nokia C32 (70/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C32 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 by 24 points (61/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C32 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Nokia C32 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C32 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C32 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Nokia C32 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.