Google Pixel 11a vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VIII better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7563
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (69/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (69/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (69/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1500 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Google Pixel 11a by 49.7% 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 Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (69/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 11a — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on camera score (69/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.