Vivo Y05 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G

The Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225, 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 33/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y05 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 8 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y05 doesn't; the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).

The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 32 points (65/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y05
Performance 31
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 53
Portability 49
Value for money 50
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 71
Battery 41
Portability 67
Value for money
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4600 mAh

  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1488 vs 580
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3373 vs 1750
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 209g

  • Higher performance (63/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better camera (71/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (67/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo Y05 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 32 points higher (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (67/100 vs 49/100).

Vivo Y05: The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G: The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo Y05 ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Processor Unisoc T7225 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1119714
Geekbench Single 580 1488
Geekbench Multi 1750 3373
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" Super Amoled
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 15W
Main camera 8 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 64 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 44 MP
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP65
Dimensions 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm
Weight 209 g 188 g
Launch price $90
Camera comparison
Vivo Y05
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 64MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
71
camera
Display comparison
Vivo Y05
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
  • 6.7" Super Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Vivo Y05
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
  • 4600 mAh
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y05
$90
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (63/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (89/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (71/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (67/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo Y05 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 32 points (65/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo Y05 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The Vivo Y05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y05 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo Y05 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on performance (63/100 vs 31/100).

Should you choose the Vivo Y05 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?

The Vivo Y05 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.