Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 9/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 8a
- Lighter: 168g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 65/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 3885 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 9/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 8a scores 39 points higher (48/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (70/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (25/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | $499 |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 58.3% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (70/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (25/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 39 points (48/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.