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).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 25 points (68/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 79
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 48
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Performance 41
Display 68
Camera 29
Battery 44
Portability 55
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • 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)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh

  • Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict

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).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G: The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
  • 6.5" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
68
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
44
battery
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
68/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
43/100 -180.9%
513809 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 180.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 8
$699
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.