Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, 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 51/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 954,090); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 954090
- Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 3281
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 14 points higher (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (56/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (56/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 954090 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1114 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 16.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (71/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (56/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on performance (64/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.