Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Moto G57
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Moto G57 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $499 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 52/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G57 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Moto G57
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2892
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G57 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $499
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Moto G57, the Google Pixel 8a scores 13 points higher (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G57 leads (59/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Motorola Moto G57 — 58/100; 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 Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G57 (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G57 (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G57 (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G57 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (59/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G57 is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Moto G57 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 829894 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1050 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 166.2×76.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Moto G57
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G57
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Moto G57
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Motorola Moto G57, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Motorola Moto G57 by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Motorola Moto G57 was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G57 (70/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G57 (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G57 (70/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G57 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (59/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G57 is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Moto G57?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G57 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Moto G57?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Moto G57 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Moto G57?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Moto G57?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Moto G57?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.