Google Pixel 7a vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 60/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 7a by 56.7% 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 Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (77/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.