Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Poco F8 Ultra
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,668,860 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 218g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Poco F8 Ultra
- Lighter: 183g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $729
- Better portability (60/100 vs 49/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3668860 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3668860 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $729 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $280. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $280 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (97/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.