Google Pixel 8a vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $499 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 37/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 228g).

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 228g
  • Cheaper: $499 vs $662

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 11 points higher (48/100 vs 37/100). 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 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (54/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (65/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a 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 8a Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
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 256GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 188 g 228 g
Price $499 $662
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • 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 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $163. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $163.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (70/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (54/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (65/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).

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

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Nubia Z50S Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

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

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

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

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 51/100).

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

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

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

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.