Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (67/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3600724 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 166 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 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) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Ultra and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 217.0% 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 Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (93/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (80/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (67/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi 17 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 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.