Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Nokia 8 V 5G UW
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia 8 V 5G UW (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW leads — 45/100 vs 40/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia 8 V 5G UW has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Nokia 8 V 5G UW
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 230g
- Better display (84/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Nokia 8 V 5G UW better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3885 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Better camera (47/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Nokia 8 V 5G UW, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW scores 5 points higher (45/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW leads (47/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW leads (33/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 V 5G UW (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (47/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW is a bit better (33/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 V 5G UW (76/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Nokia 8 V 5G UW | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 10 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 171.9×78.6×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8 V 5G UW
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia 8 V 5G UW
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia 8 V 5G UW
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Nokia 8 V 5G UW, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 V 5G UW (84/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (47/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW is a bit better (33/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 V 5G UW (76/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia 8 V 5G UW?
The Nokia 8 V 5G UW edges out the Google Pixel 4a 5G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nokia 8 V 5G UW?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nokia 8 V 5G UW — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia 8 V 5G UW?
The Nokia 8 V 5G UW leads on camera score (47/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Nokia 8 V 5G UW?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Google Pixel 4a 5G (76/100 vs 30/100).