Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (67/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 140.1% 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 Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (89/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (80/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (67/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.