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 — 48/100 vs 40/100 (a 8-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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
ZTE Blade X1 5G
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 4080 vs 4000 mAh
- Lighter: 151g vs 190g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Blade X1 5G better?
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Overall rating 40/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the ZTE Blade X1 5G, the Google Pixel 5 scores 8 points higher (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (84/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| 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 | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 0W | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5 and ZTE Blade X1 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (70/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (49/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (31/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (84/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 edges out the ZTE Blade X1 5G by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Blade X1 5G — 40/100.
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 34/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Google Pixel 5 (84/100 vs 52/100).