Google Pixel 3a XL vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Google Pixel 3a XL (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $479 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 27/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a XL is noticeably lighter (167g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3a XL
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 3a XL better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $479 vs $599
- Better portability (76/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a XL vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 63 points higher (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a XL — 0/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (98/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (84/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (76/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a XL | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | realme UI 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×76.1×8.2 mm | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $479 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3a XL and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Google Pixel 3a XL by 91.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $120. Google Pixel 3a XL was $120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (98/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (98/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (84/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (91/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (76/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL by 63 points (90/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a XL and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 3a XL has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a XL over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.