Google Pixel 8a vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $499
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 8a by 45.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Poco X8 Pro Max was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.