Google Pixel 8a vs Nokia X30

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 23/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 592,015).

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 by 25 points (48/100 vs 23/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Nokia X30
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 33
Battery 20
Design 68
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 592015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 905
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2003
  • Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4200 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (25/100 vs 20/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nokia X30 better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Lighter: 185g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nokia X30, the Google Pixel 8a scores 25 points higher (48/100 vs 23/100). 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 33/100). 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 X30 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 20/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nokia X30: The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Nokia X30
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
AnTuTu 1433693 592015
Geekbench Single 1722 905
Geekbench Multi 4458 2003
Display 6.1" OLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm
Weight 188 g 185 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Nokia X30
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nokia X30
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Nokia X30
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
20
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Nokia X30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Nokia X30 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
23/100 -142.2%
592015 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Nokia X30 by 142.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Nokia X30
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (70/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 20/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 by 25 points (48/100 vs 23/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nokia X30 — 23/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nokia X30?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.