Google Pixel 3a vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $399 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 27/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 225g).
Google Pixel 3a
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Lighter: 147g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $749
- Better portability (81/100 vs 38/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 58 points higher (85/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 0/100, Nubia Z80 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (83/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (79/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (81/100 vs 38/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $749 |
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 3a by 91.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $350. Google Pixel 3a was $350 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (98/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (83/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (79/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (81/100 vs 38/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 58 points (85/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 3a is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.