Google Pixel 8a vs Realme 12 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; launch prices were $499 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 55/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 737,054).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Realme 12 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2700
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $499
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Realme 12 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 10 points higher (65/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (53/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Realme 12 Pro — 68/100; 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 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 737054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2700 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2412 | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Realme 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Realme 12 Pro by 94.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $284. Realme 12 Pro was $284 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (70/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (70/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Realme 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.