Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 43/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 513,809); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 83).
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1884
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 200g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, the Google Pixel 8 scores 25 points higher (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (70/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (79/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100. In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | 83 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 180.9% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (70/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (79/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 25 points (68/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a better fit for everyday use.