Google Pixel 8a vs Meizu 20 Classic
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Meizu 20 Classic (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 20 Classic has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu 20 Classic is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Meizu 20 Classic
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Meizu 20 Classic better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Meizu 20 Classic, the Google Pixel 8a scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (47/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (65/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Meizu 20 Classic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.9×73.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Meizu 20 Classic
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 20 Classic
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Meizu 20 Classic
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Meizu 20 Classic, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 20 Classic leads Google Pixel 8a by 18.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 20 Classic
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (70/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (47/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (65/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Meizu 20 Classic?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Meizu 20 Classic by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Meizu 20 Classic?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Meizu 20 Classic — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Meizu 20 Classic?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Meizu 20 Classic?
The Meizu 20 Classic leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Meizu 20 Classic?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Meizu 20 Classic is a better fit for active users.