Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $499 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $700
- Better portability (57/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 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 | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Launch price | $499 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8a by 18.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Google Pixel 8a was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (63/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 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 60 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.