Google Pixel 10a vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 10a is faster in AnTuTu (1,422,477 vs 1,420,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1422477 vs 1420808
- Lighter: 185g vs 199g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 23W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1422477 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10a leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 0.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (89/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (86/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 10a by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.