Google Pixel 11a vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 54/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Faster charging: 55W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Google Pixel 11a scores 11 points higher (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (54/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 189 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads ZTE Axon 30S by 91.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (83/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (54/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 11a is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 30S — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The ZTE Axon 30S leads on camera score (43/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.