Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Frontier 22
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 42/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Frontier 22 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP.
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Frontier 22
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 50W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Frontier 22, the Google Pixel 8a scores 6 points higher (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (40/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (40/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Frontier 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 50W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 60 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Frontier 22
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Frontier 22
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Frontier 22
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- Wireless: 50W
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (40/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Motorola Frontier 22 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Motorola Frontier 22 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Motorola Frontier 22 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.