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).
Google Pixel 8a
Nokia X30
- 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)
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Lighter: 185g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 65/100)
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).
| 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 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Nokia X30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Nokia X30 by 142.2% in our overall performance rating.
Nokia X30
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.