Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Nokia 8
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 4a 5G leads — 40/100 vs 29/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 4a 5G has the bigger battery (3885 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 2 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 4a 5G is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 438,016).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Nokia 8
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 799 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1836 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 3885 vs 3090 mAh
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (17/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (19/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 2MP
- Lighter: 160g vs 168g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 4a 5G scores 11 points higher (40/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G leads (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (17/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (19/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 7.1 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 4a 5G leads Nokia 8 by 36.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 4a 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (17/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (19/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G leads on camera score (17/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G leads on performance (44/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Nokia 8?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Google Pixel 4a 5G (84/100 vs 52/100).