Tecno Phantom X2 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) 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 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4600); the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (71/100 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (67/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X2 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 12 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X2 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 32.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (71/100 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (71/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (67/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G edges out the Tecno Phantom X2 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Phantom X2 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.