Google Pixel 8a vs Poco C40
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 11/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).
Google Pixel 8a
Poco C40
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 204g
- 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 45/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco C40, the Google Pixel 8a scores 37 points higher (48/100 vs 11/100). 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 Poco C40 leads (45/100 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 Poco C40 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (45/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco C40 (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco C40 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco C40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | JLQ | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 204 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco C40 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (70/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (45/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco C40 (65/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco C40 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco C40?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 37 points (48/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco C40?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Poco C40 — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco C40?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco C40?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco C40?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use.