Google Pixel 7a vs Realme Neo8
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 60/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Realme Neo8
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 17 points higher (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 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 Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 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 Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $429 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo8
- 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 Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Google Pixel 7a by 65.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 7a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 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 Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (71/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.