Nubia NaviX Ultra vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia NaviX Ultra
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 208g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia NaviX Ultra vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (85/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia NaviX Ultra | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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 OLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $845 | — |
Camera comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia NaviX Ultra and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 247.8% 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 Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (98/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (96/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (85/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia NaviX Ultra and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia NaviX Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Nubia NaviX Ultra over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra 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 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.