Realme Neo7 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 62/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 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 213g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Realme Neo7 scores 5 points higher (67/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (84/100 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 Realme Neo7 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (68/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (70/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 124.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (84/100 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 Realme Neo7 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (68/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (70/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo7 edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 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 Realme Neo7 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.