Google Pixel 8a vs Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads — 76/100 vs 65/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ has the bigger battery (7050 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,543,672 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $830
- Better camera (70/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3543672 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7050 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ scores 11 points higher (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (57/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3543672 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.4×76.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads Google Pixel 8a by 59.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $331. Google Pixel 8a was $331 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (70/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (57/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads on performance (93/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.