Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 201g
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (70/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X2 Pro | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1504467 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 12 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×72.7×9.0 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 32.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (51/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (70/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads on performance (71/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.