Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 40/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 225g
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 45 points higher (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (79/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (81/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (76/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $749 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 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
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (79/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (81/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (76/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 45 points (85/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.