Redmi K60 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G

The Redmi K60 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the Redmi K60 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi K60 is faster in AnTuTu (1,425,621 vs 1,119,714); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 212g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 65/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K60
Performance 71
Display 90
Camera 43
Battery 70
Portability 46
Value for money
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 71
Battery 41
Portability 67
Value for money
What makes Redmi K60 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1425621 vs 1119714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1488
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 3373
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4600 mAh

  • Higher performance (71/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (70/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 212g

  • Better camera (71/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

The Redmi K60 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K60 leads (70/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K60 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K60 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (70/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (67/100 vs 46/100).

Redmi K60: The Redmi K60 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G: The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K60 ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1425621 1119714
Geekbench Single 1761 1488
Geekbench Multi 4688 3373
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" Super Amoled
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 67W
Wireless charging 30W 0W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 44 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 1400 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 162.8×75.4×8.6 mm 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm
Weight 212 g 188 g
Price $360
Camera comparison
Redmi K60
  • Main: 64MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
71
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K60
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
  • 6.7" Super Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K60
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 30W
70
battery
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
  • 4600 mAh
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K60 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K60 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
65/100
1425621 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
65/100 -27.3%
1119714 AnTuTu

Redmi K60 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 27.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K60
$360
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K60 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (71/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K60 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (70/100 vs 41/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (67/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K60 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K60.

What is the rating of the Redmi K60 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The Redmi K60 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K60 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K60 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The Redmi K60 leads on performance (71/100 vs 63/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K60 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The Redmi K60 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.