Google Pixel 8a vs Nokia C31

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 10/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't.

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 38 points (48/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 200g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nokia C31 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4492 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nokia C31, the Google Pixel 8a scores 38 points higher (48/100 vs 10/100). 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 Nokia C31 leads (37/100 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 Nokia C31 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Nokia C31
Processor Google Tensor G3 Unisoc
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5050 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 3GB / 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 188 g 200 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (70/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (65/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia C31?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 38 points (48/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nokia C31?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nokia C31 — 10/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia C31?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia C31?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nokia C31?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.