Google Pixel 7a vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 60/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 225g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 7W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 25 points higher (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $749 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 7a by 71.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (98/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (81/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 25 points (85/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.