Google Pixel 8a vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 65/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Z80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Nubia Z80 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $749
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Nubia Z80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 7W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 20 points higher (85/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Nubia Z80 Ultra — 84/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (57/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $749 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 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 8a and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8a by 63.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Google Pixel 8a was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (57/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 20 points (85/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a 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.