OnePlus 13 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 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 213g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the OnePlus 13 scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 176.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (92/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (83/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 13 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.