Google Pixel 8 vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $699 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 37/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 228g).

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
  • Cheaper: $662 vs $699

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Google Pixel 8 scores 13 points higher (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 1443431
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 27W 80W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 187 g 228 g
Price $699 $662
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $37. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $37.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (79/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (54/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (66/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.