Google Pixel 10 vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 10 (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 has the bigger battery (4970 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 10 is faster in AnTuTu (1,549,798 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10
Google Pixel 8a
What makes Google Pixel 10 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1549798 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2293 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5937 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4970 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 29W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Better camera (70/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 8a scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 leads (53/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 — 38/100, Google Pixel 8a — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 (70/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1549798 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2293 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5937 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4970 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 29W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.6 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10
- Main: 48MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10
- 4970 mAh
- Wired: 29W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 leads Google Pixel 8a by 8.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 8a was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 (70/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Google Pixel 10 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.