Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 41/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 178.3% 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 Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (71/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.