Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads — 62/100 vs 58/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is faster in AnTuTu (1,294,871 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22+
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1294871 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 196g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G scores 4 points higher (62/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22+ | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1294871 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22+ and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 14.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (63/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (46/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy S22+ by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22+ over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.