Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Blade X1 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Blade X1 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 14/100 (a 34-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 597,974).
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 62/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 14/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Blade X1 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 34 points higher (48/100 vs 14/100). 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 29/100). 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 Blade X1 5G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (70/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Blade X1 5G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | ZTE Blade X1 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| 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 | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 164.0×76.0×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Blade X1 5G
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Blade X1 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Blade X1 5G by 139.8% in our overall performance rating.
ZTE Blade X1 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (70/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Blade X1 5G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade X1 5G by 34 points (48/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Blade X1 5G — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Blade X1 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade X1 5G is a better fit for everyday use.