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 — 62/100 vs 48/100 (a 14-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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
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 14 points higher (62/100 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 — 64/100. 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
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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 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 14 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 — 62/100.
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.