Google Pixel 6a vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $400 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 27/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 921,396); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 225g).
Google Pixel 6a
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Lighter: 178g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $400 vs $749
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 18/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 58/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 921396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2800
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4410 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 54 points higher (81/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (74/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (82/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (92/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (74/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (77/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (82/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 921396 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2800 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4410 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 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 12, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $400 | $749 |
Google Pixel 6a
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 6a
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6a
- 4410 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 6a and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 6a by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $349. Google Pixel 6a is cheaper by $349.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (92/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (74/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (78/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (77/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (82/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 54 points (81/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (74/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.