Google Pixel 11a vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7563
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (77/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 11a by 25.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (77/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.