Google Pixel 7a vs Realme GT 8
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 60/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Realme GT 8
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 209g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 20 points higher (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Google Pixel 7a by 64.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (98/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 20 points (80/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme GT 8?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme GT 8?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Realme GT 8?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.