OnePlus Ace 2 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The OnePlus Ace 2 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads — 62/100 vs 60/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus Ace 2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,481,118 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 2
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes OnePlus Ace 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1481118 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 204g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 2 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G scores 2 points higher (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 leads (60/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 2 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (60/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 2 (70/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 2 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1481118 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×74.3×8.7 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 2
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 2 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 2 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 30.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 2 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 2 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (60/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 2 (70/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 2 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G edges out the OnePlus Ace 2 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 2 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The OnePlus Ace 2 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 2 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 2 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The OnePlus Ace 2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 2 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The OnePlus Ace 2 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.