Samsung Galaxy S23 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 62/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,656,761 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 183g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1656761 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3537
- Lighter: 168g vs 183g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 70/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 3900 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (30/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 4 points higher (66/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- 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 S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 45.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.