Poco X8 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 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 218g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (91/100 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 ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 129.3% 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 Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (91/100 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 ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (77/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.