Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Blade V50

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) is priced at $499, the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) at $351. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 32/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 27/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Lighter: 178g vs 188g
  • Cheaper: $351 vs $499

  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Google Pixel 8a scores 16 points higher (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (35/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a ZTE Blade V50
Processor Google Tensor G3
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 188 g 178 g
Price $499 $351
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
ZTE Blade V50
$351

Price difference: $148. ZTE Blade V50 is cheaper by $148.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (70/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V50 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Blade V50?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.