Google Pixel 8a vs Meizu 21 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $499 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Pro has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu 21 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,563 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Meizu 21 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $700
- Better camera (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345563 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Meizu 21 Pro, the Meizu 21 Pro scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Pro leads (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro leads (72/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (72/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Meizu 21 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Meizu 21 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1368x3192 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Flyme AIOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1250 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Meizu 21 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 38.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Google Pixel 8a was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (70/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (72/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Meizu 21 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Meizu 21 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.