OnePlus 16 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The OnePlus 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 16 leads — 95/100 vs 65/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus 16 is faster in AnTuTu (4,627,389 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 16
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes OnePlus 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4627389 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Overall rating 65/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 16 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the OnePlus 16 scores 30 points higher (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (95/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 16 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 4627389 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 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 / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17, OxygenOS 17 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 16
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 16
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 16
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 16 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 16 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 307.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (90/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (95/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 16 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 30 points (95/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 16 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 16 has a MobileRank rating of 95/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 16 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 16 leads on camera score (90/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 16 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 16 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.