Google Pixel 8a vs Nubia Neo 5

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 31/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Google Pixel 8a scores 17 points higher (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (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 8a significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Nubia Neo 5
Processor Google Tensor G3 Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP64
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 188 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (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 8a significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (70/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (65/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Neo 5?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.