Google Pixel 7a vs Nokia 8

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 60/100 vs 29/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 193g).

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 31 points (60/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 64
Display 70
Camera 67
Battery 37
Portability 52
Value for money
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 4385 vs 3090 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (70/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 193g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 7a scores 31 points higher (60/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (64/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (67/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 52/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users.
Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Nokia 8
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
AnTuTu 1194673 438016
Geekbench Single 1459 427
Geekbench Multi 3451 1500
Display 6.1" OLED 5.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 2560x1440
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 3090 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 7.1
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP54
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm
Weight 193 g 160 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
70
display
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
37
battery
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
60/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100 -172.7%
438016 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Nokia 8 by 172.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknown
Nokia 8
$699
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (67/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 31 points (60/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (64/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.