Vivo iQOO 15T vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 62/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4200 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 216g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 20 points higher (82/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 314.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (75/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 20 points (82/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.