Redmi K100 Pro vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 91/100 vs 65/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,531,378 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3531378 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 26 points higher (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (95/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3531378 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 210.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (90/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (95/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 26 points (91/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 91/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 Pro leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.