Google Pixel 6a vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $400 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 27/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 228g).

The Nubia Z50S Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
Performance 3
Display 0
Camera 59
Battery 22
Design 77
Value for money 82
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 228g
  • Cheaper: $400 vs $662

  • Higher performance (3/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (59/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4410 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 10 points higher (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (82/100 vs 64/100).

Google Pixel 6a: The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 6a Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Google Tensor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 921396
Geekbench Single 1050
Geekbench Multi 2800
Display 6.1" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4410 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
DXOMark (camera) 122
Main camera 2 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 178 g 228 g
Price $400 $662
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
59
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
  • 4410 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 6a
$400
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $262. Google Pixel 6a is cheaper by $262.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Z50S Pro are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (54/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (77/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (82/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 51/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.