OnePlus 15 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The OnePlus 15 (2025) 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 OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 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 display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the OnePlus 15 scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (97/100 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 OnePlus 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| 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 | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 217.5% 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 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (97/100 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 OnePlus 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (89/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 15 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.