OnePlus Nord CE5 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, 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 61/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,696,968 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1696968 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1398
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 199g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G scores 1 points higher (62/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (68/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (68/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $295 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE5 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 49.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (68/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G edges out the OnePlus Nord CE5 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 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 Nord CE5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.