Google Pixel 9 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Google Pixel 9 (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 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 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't.

The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 34 points (50/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 75
Battery 33
Design 52
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 198g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (75/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Google Pixel 9 scores 34 points higher (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Google Tensor G4 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 1561427
Geekbench Single 1850
Geekbench Multi 4900
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2424x1080 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 198 g 207 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • 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
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
33
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (75/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

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

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

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

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

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

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 0/100).

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

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

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

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