Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A11
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A11 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450; estimated prices are $699 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 10/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 176,718); the Google Pixel 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A11 doesn't.
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy A11
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 176718
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 301
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 831
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 177g vs 187g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $699
- Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A11, the Google Pixel 8 scores 40 points higher (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A11 leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A11 is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A11 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 176718 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 831 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.4" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 161.4×76.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 177 g | |
| Price | $699 | $180 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A11
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A11
- 6.4" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy A11
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy A11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Samsung Galaxy A11 by 716.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $519. Samsung Galaxy A11 is cheaper by $519.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (79/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (31/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A11 is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A11 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A11?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 by 40 points (50/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A11?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy A11 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A11?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A11?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy A11?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A11 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.