Google Pixel 8a vs Poco F8
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Poco F8
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco F8, the Poco F8 scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Poco F8 — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco F8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco F8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Google Pixel 8a by 54.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco F8?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco F8 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco F8?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.