Google Pixel 8a vs Poco X6 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra; launch prices were $499 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 60/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Poco X6 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,525,486 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Poco X6 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4265
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1525486 vs 1433693
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Lighter: 186g vs 188g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $499
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco X6 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 5 points higher (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro leads (53/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Poco X6 Pro — 58/100; 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 Google Pixel 8a and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco X6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1525486 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1239 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4265 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| 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 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco X6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X6 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 6.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Poco X6 Pro was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (70/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Poco X6 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco X6 Pro — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users.