Redmi 15a vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads — 65/100 vs 42/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15a has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 32 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 639,225); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15a
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Redmi 15a better?
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4600 mAh
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 2073
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15a vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 23 points higher (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (64/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15a leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (64/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (71/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (67/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15a | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15a
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15a and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads Redmi 15a by 43.7% 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 ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (64/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (71/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (67/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15a or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 23 points (65/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15a and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi 15a has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15a or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15a or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on performance (64/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15a over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.