Google Pixel 8a vs Poco F9 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco F9 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F9 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F9 Pro has the bigger battery (6330 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,228,426 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Poco F9 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $699
- Better portability (57/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Poco F9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3228426 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6330 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco F9 Pro, the Poco F9 Pro scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (84/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Poco F9 Pro — 82/100; 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 F9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco F9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3228426 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1156x2510 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6330 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco F9 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F9 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1156x2510
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco F9 Pro
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco F9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F9 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 55.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 8a was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (84/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco F9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco F9 Pro — 84/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco F9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco F9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.