Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (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 48/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 271g).

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Performance 63
Display 78
Camera 20
Battery 38
Portability 20
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 Fold3 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4200 mAh

  • Longer battery life (38/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 183g vs 271g

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 20/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G scores 13 points higher (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 20/100). 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 78/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (63/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a bit better (38/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (70/100 vs 20/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 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 Fold3 ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1119714 1119714
Geekbench Single 1488 1488
Geekbench Multi 3373 3373
Display 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 2208x1768 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 10W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
NFC yes
Dimensions 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm
Weight 271 g 183 g
Price $1799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
20
camera
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Front: —
63
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2208x1768
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 10W
38
battery
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
  • 4200 mAh
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
48/100
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 Fold3
$1799
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 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (63/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a bit better (38/100 vs 30/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (70/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 20/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.