Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads — 65/100 vs 47/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 188g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 3300 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (71/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 18 points higher (65/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (41/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (71/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (41/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
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ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (71/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (41/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.