Google Pixel 8a vs Nokia 5
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia 5 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430; estimated prices are $499 and $169. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 9/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 180,440); the Nokia 5 is noticeably lighter (152g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 8a
Nokia 5
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 180440
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 827
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 152g vs 188g
- Cheaper: $169 vs $499
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nokia 5, the Google Pixel 8a scores 39 points higher (48/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 5 leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia 5 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia 5 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Nokia 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 180440 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 827 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1280x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 7.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 149.7×72.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 152 g | |
| Price | $499 | $169 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia 5
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 5
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Nokia 5
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Nokia 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Nokia 5 by 694.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $330. Nokia 5 is cheaper by $330.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia 5 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (70/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia 5 (25/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia 5?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 by 39 points (48/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nokia 5?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nokia 5 — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia 5?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia 5?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nokia 5?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.