Google Pixel 8a vs Google Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; estimated prices are $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 48/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 136).
Google Pixel 8a
Google Pixel 9
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 2 points higher (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (25/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (33/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 143 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 198 g | |
| Price | $499 | $799 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Google Pixel 8a by 8.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (25/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (33/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.