Google Pixel 7a vs Google Pixel 8
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 60/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 1,126,520); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 133).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Google Pixel 8
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 7W
- Lighter: 187g vs 193g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Google Pixel 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 8 points higher (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Google Pixel 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 1443431 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4575 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 148 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Google Pixel 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Google Pixel 7a by 22.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Google Pixel 8 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.