Vivo X300 Pro vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 Pro
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (81/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 Pro | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3326259 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 171 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 Pro and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 192.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (96/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (81/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300 Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Vivo X300 Pro 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 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.