Google Pixel 3a XL vs Realme Neo8
The Google Pixel 3a XL (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $479 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 27/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a XL is noticeably lighter (167g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3a XL
Realme Neo8
What makes Google Pixel 3a XL better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 215g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $479
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a XL vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 50 points higher (77/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a XL — 0/100, Realme Neo8 — 80/100; 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 Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (91/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (76/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a XL | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×76.1×8.2 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $479 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3a XL and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Google Pixel 3a XL by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Realme Neo8 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (91/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (71/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (76/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL by 50 points (77/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a XL and the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 3a XL has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a XL over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.