Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Edge 60 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Edge 60 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 60 Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $699
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Motorola Edge 60 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 125W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Edge 60 Pro, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (84/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Motorola Edge 60 Pro — 92/100; 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 Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Edge 60 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 125W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 5200 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:38 hrs, total 24:17 hrs
- Wired: 125W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Motorola Edge 60 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 63.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 8a was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (84/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.