Google Pixel 8a vs Poco X8 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $499 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,433,693).
Google Pixel 8a
Poco X8 Pro
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1553
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 196g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $350 vs $499
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Poco X8 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 X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 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 X8 Pro (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (68/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100. In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $499 | $350 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 27.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $149. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $149.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 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 X8 Pro (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (68/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Poco X8 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 X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Poco X8 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 X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.