Samsung Galaxy S26 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 62/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 183g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3537
- Lighter: 162g vs 183g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 30/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 70/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 12 points higher (74/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| 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 | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" 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 S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 148.9% 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 S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.