Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,425,446).
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1425446
- Lighter: 188g vs 199g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1425446 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 199 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.