Google Pixel 8a vs Realme 16
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo; estimated prices are $499 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 39/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 550,018).
Google Pixel 8a
Realme 16
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2047
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Lighter: 183g vs 188g
- Cheaper: $199 vs $499
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Realme 16, the Google Pixel 8a scores 9 points higher (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 16 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (70/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Realme 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 550018 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 183 g | |
| Price | $499 | $199 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Realme 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Realme 16 by 160.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Realme 16 is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 16 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (70/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (71/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Realme 16 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Realme 16 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Realme 16?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.