Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3; estimated prices are $1199 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 56/100 vs 48/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the stronger camera (163 vs 136); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Google Pixel 8a
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 25/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 232g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 8 points higher (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (33/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (33/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (75/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $499 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 8a by 12.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $700. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $700.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (33/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (65/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (75/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL 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 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (33/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.