Google Pixel 7a vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $180 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 37/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 228g).

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 228g
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $662

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Google Pixel 7a scores 1 points higher (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (67/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (58/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (97/100 vs 64/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a 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 7a Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 1194673
Geekbench Single 1459
Geekbench Multi 3451
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 228 g
Price $180 $662
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $482. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $482.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (67/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (54/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (58/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (97/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Nubia Z50S Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.