Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 10 Pro

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 18/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 824,513); the ZTE Axon 10 Pro is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro by 30 points (48/100 vs 18/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
ZTE Axon 10 Pro
Performance 1
Display 0
Camera 39
Battery 12
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 39/100)
  • Longer battery life (25/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 10 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 175g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 10 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 30 points higher (48/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 12/100). 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 ZTE Axon 10 Pro (21/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Axon 10 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Axon 10 Pro: The ZTE Axon 10 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a ZTE Axon 10 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
AnTuTu 1433693 824513
Geekbench Single 1722 968
Geekbench Multi 4458 2731
Display 6.1" OLED 6.5" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 20 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 9.0 (Pie); MiFavor 9.1
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 159.2×73.4×7.9 mm
Weight 188 g 175 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
ZTE Axon 10 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 20MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Axon 10 Pro
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
ZTE Axon 10 Pro
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 10 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 10 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
18/100 -73.9%
824513 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Axon 10 Pro by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
ZTE Axon 10 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (21/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (70/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Axon 10 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 10 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 10 Pro by 30 points (48/100 vs 18/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 10 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Axon 10 Pro — 18/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 10 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 10 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 10 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 10 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.