Google Pixel 11a vs Nokia 8
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 29/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 438,016).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Nokia 8
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Overall rating 29/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 11a scores 36 points higher (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (83/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 12/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 7.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 160 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Nokia 8 by 341.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (83/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (36/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 12/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 36 points (65/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on camera score (36/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users.