Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,614,916 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 218g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 183g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $469
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2614916 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 2614916 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $469 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 77.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $20. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $20 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (77/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.