Google Pixel 8a vs Poco F8 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $529. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 65/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Poco F8 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $529
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco F8 Pro, the Poco F8 Pro scores 14 points higher (79/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Poco F8 Pro — 78/100; 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 Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (68/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco F8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3024818 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6210 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $529 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco F8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 52.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Google Pixel 8a was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (68/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco F8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco F8 Pro — 79/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco F8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.