Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 9/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 228g).

The Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 28 points (37/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 6
Battery 9
Design 90
Value for money 55
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
  • Lighter: 168g vs 228g

  • Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3885 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 28 points higher (37/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (51/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (54/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 4a 5G: The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4a 5G Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 597974
Geekbench Single 799
Geekbench Multi 1836
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 3885 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Main camera 2 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 16 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 168 g 228 g
Price $662
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
6
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
  • 3885 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
9
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknown
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (51/100 vs 6/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (54/100 vs 9/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (90/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 28 points (37/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.