Google Pixel 10a vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3; launch prices were $449 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10a has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,422,477); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8a has the stronger camera (136 vs 134).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Google Pixel 8a
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 23W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 10W vs 7W
- Lighter: 185g vs 188g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $499
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1422477
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4431
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (70/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 8a scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 52/100, 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, both devices are on the same level — 70/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1422477 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Google Pixel 10a by 0.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Google Pixel 10a was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Google Pixel 10a by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 65/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.