Google Pixel 8a vs Nokia 8
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835; launch prices were $499 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 29/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 8a
Nokia 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $699
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (56/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 160g vs 188g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 8a scores 36 points higher (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 7.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $699 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Nokia 8 by 227.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 8a was $200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (84/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 36 points (65/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.