Google Pixel 9 Pro vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 16/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 34 points (50/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 77
Battery 37
Design 51
Value for money 41
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 199g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh

  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 34 points higher (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Google Tensor G4 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 1499601
Geekbench Single 1880
Geekbench Multi 5100
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2856x1280 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 37W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 5 MP
RAM 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 207 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (77/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 34 points (50/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.