Google Pixel 8a vs Poco M6 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra; launch prices were $499 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 53/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 551,784).
Google Pixel 8a
Poco M6 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 551784
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 730
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1983
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Lighter: 179g vs 188g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $499
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco M6 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 12 points higher (65/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro leads (62/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 56/100, Poco M6 Pro — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (62/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco M6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 551784 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 730 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1983 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $220 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco M6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco M6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco M6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Poco M6 Pro by 159.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $279. Poco M6 Pro was $279 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (62/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco M6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco M6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco M6 Pro — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco M6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco M6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco M6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco M6 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.