Google Pixel 7a vs Poco X8 Pro
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $180 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 60/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,194,673).
Google Pixel 7a
Poco X8 Pro
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 196g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $350
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 68/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 4 points higher (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 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 leads (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (88/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $180 | $350 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Google Pixel 7a by 39.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $170. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $170.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (88/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco X8 Pro?
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?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.