Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4200 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1398
- Lighter: 183g vs 209g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads (63/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (63/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (72/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1673316 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 70W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 47.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (63/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (72/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Pova 7 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.