Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 is faster in AnTuTu (1,991,672 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 255g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1991672 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 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 255g
- Better camera (71/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 leads (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 leads (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 (67/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1991672 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 3537 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable LTPO OLED+ | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1916x2160 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×143.3×5.3 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 255 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO OLED+
- Resolution: 1916x2160
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 leads ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G by 75.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 (71/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G (64/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 (67/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G edges out the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 leads on performance (77/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.