Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4806 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,951,408 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Google Pixel 8a
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1951408 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4806 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 239g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 8a scores 2 points higher (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads (49/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (49/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1951408 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 4458 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4806 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.4×5.0 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 8.0" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
- 4806 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads Google Pixel 8a by 36.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a bit better (49/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads on performance (83/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.