Google Pixel 8a vs Poco F8 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 83/100 vs 48/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,640,351 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Google Pixel 8a
Poco F8 Ultra
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $729
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3640351 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 35 points higher (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (75/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3640351 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| 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 | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $499 | $729 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8a by 60.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $230. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $230.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (65/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (75/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 35 points (83/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.