Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 54/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4200); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 30S is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4200 mAh
- Lighter: 188g vs 189g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Faster charging: 55W vs 18W
- Better portability (67/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Google Pixel 8a scores 11 points higher (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Axon 30S by 41.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 30S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (70/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 30S — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.