Google Pixel 11a vs Google Pixel 8
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 65/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,443,431).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Google Pixel 8
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 10W
- Better camera (79/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Google Pixel 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 3 points higher (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (79/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Google Pixel 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1443431 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4575 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 148 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 187 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Google Pixel 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Google Pixel 8 by 34.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 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 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (79/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Google Pixel 8 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.