OnePlus 12R vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 12R has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus 12R is faster in AnTuTu (1,844,595 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1844595 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 207g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 2 points higher (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 12R leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 12R leads (62/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 12R notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (62/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 12R leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 62.4% 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 OnePlus 12R is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (71/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 12R notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (62/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G edges out the OnePlus 12R by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12R or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 12R leads on performance (76/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.