Vivo X200 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 62/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X200 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,092,340 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X200 Ultra
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3092340 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10095 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 229g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X200 Ultra vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 24 points higher (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (70/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X200 Ultra | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3092340 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10095 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 167 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $889 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X200 Ultra and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X200 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 172.2% 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 Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (92/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (93/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (78/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (70/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X200 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 24 points (86/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X200 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X200 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X200 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X200 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X200 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.