Realme Neo8 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Realme Neo8 scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (67/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 183.7% 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 Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (71/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (71/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (67/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.