Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 38/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 225g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Lighter: 183g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $749
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 47 points higher (85/100 vs 38/100). 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 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, 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 5a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (79/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (60/100 vs 38/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 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) | 700 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $749 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 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 5a 5G and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $300 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (83/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (79/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (60/100 vs 38/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 47 points (85/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 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 5a 5G or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G 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.