Google Pixel 5 vs ZTE Blade X1 5G
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the ZTE Blade X1 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 5 leads — 27/100 vs 14/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 5 has the bigger battery (4080 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 190g).
Google Pixel 5
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- Bigger battery: 4080 vs 4000 mAh
- Lighter: 151g vs 190g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (13/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Overall rating 14/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the ZTE Blade X1 5G, the Google Pixel 5 scores 13 points higher (27/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Blade X1 5G are nearly equal (13/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | ZTE Blade X1 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 10 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 164.0×76.0×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 190 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5 and ZTE Blade X1 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (49/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Blade X1 5G are nearly equal (13/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (100/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade X1 5G — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the ZTE Blade X1 5G — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade X1 5G is a better fit for everyday use.