ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G vs ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4200).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 188g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4200 mAh
- Better camera (71/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G vs the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.7" Amoled | 6.7" Super Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 44 MP | |
| RAM | — | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | 161.5×73.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 6.7" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G
- 4600 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G edges out the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G and the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G or the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G leads on camera score (71/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G over the ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 31 Ultra 5G is a better fit for active users.