Google Pixel 11a vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Google Pixel 8a
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 10W vs 7W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (70/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
The Google Pixel 11a and the Google Pixel 8a received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 39/100). 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 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (54/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 13 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 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Google Pixel 8a by 34.9% 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 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (70/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (54/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 8a?
Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Google Pixel 11a (83/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.