Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Poco X8 Pro
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $449 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 38/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,980,009 vs 597,974).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Poco X8 Pro
- Lighter: 183g vs 196g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 57/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1980009 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $449
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 26 points higher (64/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Poco X8 Pro — 68/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1980009 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $350 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $99. Poco X8 Pro was $99 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (76/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (83/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (68/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 26 points (64/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.