Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7563
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Google Pixel 11a by 31.3% 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.