Google Pixel 8a vs Poco X7 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco X7 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; launch prices were $499 and $369. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X7 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X7 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,874,182 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Poco X7 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1579
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Poco X7 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1874182 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Cheaper at launch: $369 vs $499
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco X7 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro leads (65/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Poco X7 Pro — 60/100; 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 X7 Pro is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X7 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco X7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1874182 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 160.8×75.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $369 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X7 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco X7 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco X7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X7 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 23.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Poco X7 Pro was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X7 Pro is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X7 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X7 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Poco X7 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco X7 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco X7 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X7 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X7 Pro?
The Poco X7 Pro leads on performance (75/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco X7 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco X7 Pro is a better fit for active users.