Vivo X500 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 183g vs 211g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Vivo X500 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 246.1% 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 X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Vivo X500 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.