Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate, 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); 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 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1398
- Lighter: 188g vs 209g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 41/100). 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 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (67/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 70W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB | |
| 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 | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 47.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
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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 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (71/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (72/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (67/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (69/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 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 Ultra 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.