Tecno Phantom V Fold vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, 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 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom V Fold
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 299g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom V Fold vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (67/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom V Fold | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1540240 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1967 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5401 | 3537 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2000x2296 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 299 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom V Fold and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 35.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (67/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G edges out the Tecno Phantom V Fold by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom V Fold over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.