Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,818,396 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1818396 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3537
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 64/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4400 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 253g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (67/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3537 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | — | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- 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 Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 60.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (67/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (76/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on performance (76/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.