Google Pixel 10a vs ZTE Blade V50

The Google Pixel 10a (2026) is priced at $449, the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) at $351. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 46/100 vs 32/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V50 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).

The Google Pixel 10a is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Performance 30
Display 50
Camera 68
Battery 30
Design 68
Value for money 79
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (68/100 vs 27/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 23W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 178g vs 185g
  • Cheaper: $351 vs $449

  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Google Pixel 10a scores 14 points higher (46/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (68/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100).

Google Pixel 10a: The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 10a ZTE Blade V50
Processor Google Tensor G5
AnTuTu 1400792
Geekbench Single 2305
Geekbench Multi 6054
Display 6.3" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 23W 33W
DXOMark (camera) 134
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 185 g 178 g
Price $449 $351
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
68
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 10a
$449
ZTE Blade V50
$351

Price difference: $98. ZTE Blade V50 is cheaper by $98.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (68/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 10a is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.