Google Pixel 10a vs Motorola Frontier 22

The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 46/100 vs 42/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10a has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP.

The Google Pixel 10a edges out the Motorola Frontier 22 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Performance 30
Display 50
Camera 68
Battery 30
Design 68
Value for money 79
Motorola Frontier 22
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Motorola Frontier 22 better?
  • Faster charging: 50W vs 23W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 68/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Motorola Frontier 22, the Google Pixel 10a scores 4 points higher (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (68/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 10a: The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Frontier 22: The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 10a Motorola Frontier 22
Processor Google Tensor G5 Snapdragon 8 Gen1
AnTuTu 1400792
Geekbench Single 2305
Geekbench Multi 6054
Display 6.3" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 23W 50W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 134
Main camera 64 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 60 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm
Weight 185 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
68
camera
Motorola Frontier 22
  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 60MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 50W
  • Wireless: 50W
40
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 10a
$449
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (68/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Google Pixel 10a edges out the Motorola Frontier 22 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Motorola Frontier 22 — 42/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Motorola Frontier 22 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 68/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.