Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 5 (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 27/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 597,974); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8a has the stronger camera (136 vs 109); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 5
Google Pixel 8a
- Lighter: 151g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4080 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 8a scores 21 points higher (48/100 vs 27/100). 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 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 13/100). 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 5 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | $499 |
Google Pixel 5
- 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 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
We compared Google Pixel 5 and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Google Pixel 5 by 58.3% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (70/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 by 21 points (48/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.