OnePlus 9 Pro vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,185,805 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9 Pro
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1185805 vs 1135878
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 197g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 59/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
The OnePlus 9 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 Pro | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1185805 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 3216x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $969 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 Pro and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 9 Pro leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 4.4% 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 9 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (57/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the OnePlus 9 Pro (65/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 Pro over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.