Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Google Pixel 8
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 9/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 187g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 8
- Lighter: 168g vs 187g
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 9/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 41 points higher (50/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (79/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (31/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Google Pixel 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1443431 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4575 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 148 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 187 g | |
| Price | — | $699 |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Google Pixel 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 58.6% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (79/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (31/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (90/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 41 points (50/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Google Pixel 8 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.