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; launch prices were $499 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-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 (3,651,476 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Poco F8 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $729
- Better portability (57/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 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 (97/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). 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 (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3651476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $499 | $729 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
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
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8a by 60.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. Google Pixel 8a was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
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 (85/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
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 (97/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.