Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 — 61/100 vs 47/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP.

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Performance 63
Display 82
Camera 16
Battery 19
Portability 76
Value for money
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 63
Battery 30
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 70/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 4200 vs 3300 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G scores 14 points higher (61/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (30/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (63/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (30/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users.
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G: The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1119714 1119714
Geekbench Single 1488 1488
Geekbench Multi 3373 3373
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 2640x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3300 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 15W
Wireless charging 10W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 64 MP
Front camera 10 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
NFC yes
Dimensions 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm
Weight 183 g 183 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
16
camera
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Front: —
63
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 10W
19
battery
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 4200 mAh
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
47/100
1119714 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
61/100
1119714 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
$999
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.

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 ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (63/100 vs 16/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (30/100 vs 19/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.