Google Pixel 4a vs Realme Neo8
The Google Pixel 4a (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 730G, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $349 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 41/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3140); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 533,630); the Google Pixel 4a is noticeably lighter (143g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 4a
Realme Neo8
- Lighter: 143g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $429
- Better portability (81/100 vs 47/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3140 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 36 points higher (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 4a — 22/100, Realme Neo8 — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (81/100 vs 47/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 730G | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 533630 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 697 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1809 | 9602 | |
| Display | 5.8" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3140 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 144.0×69.4×8.2 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $429 |
Google Pixel 4a
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 4a
- 5.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 4a
- 3140 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4a and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Google Pixel 4a by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $80. Google Pixel 4a was $80 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (92/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (94/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (71/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (81/100 vs 47/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a by 36 points (77/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a and the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 4a has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a over the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 4a is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.