Google Pixel 8a vs Poco X4 NFC
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco X4 NFC (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 34/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X4 NFC has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 207g).
Google Pixel 8a
Poco X4 NFC
- Lighter: 188g vs 207g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco X4 NFC, the Google Pixel 8a scores 14 points higher (48/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC leads (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (70/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (65/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco X4 NFC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X4 NFC
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X4 NFC
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco X4 NFC
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Poco X4 NFC
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (70/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (65/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X4 NFC (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X4 NFC?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Poco X4 NFC — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco X4 NFC?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Poco X4 NFC — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X4 NFC?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X4 NFC?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco X4 NFC?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X4 NFC is a better fit for everyday use.