Google Pixel 8a vs Nokia G42
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G; estimated prices are $499 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 25/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 477,542).
Google Pixel 8a
Nokia G42
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1816
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 58/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 20W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $150 vs $499
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nokia G42, the Google Pixel 8a scores 23 points higher (48/100 vs 25/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Nokia G42 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1816 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 560 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $499 | $150 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Nokia G42 by 200.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $349. Nokia G42 is cheaper by $349.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (70/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 23 points (48/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nokia G42 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.