Realme GT 8 Pro vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 62/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 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 207g
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 22 points higher (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (98/100 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 Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (83/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (70/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 247.8% 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 Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (98/100 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 Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (83/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (70/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 22 points (84/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.