Xiaomi 17T Pro vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 62/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17T Pro
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 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 205g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17T Pro vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 20 points higher (82/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17T Pro | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3182664 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17T Pro and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 180.2% 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 Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (93/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 20 points (82/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17T Pro over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.