Google Pixel 8a vs Realme 16T
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $499 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 35/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 524,785); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Google Pixel 8a
Realme 16T
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $200 vs $499
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Realme 16T, the Google Pixel 8a scores 13 points higher (48/100 vs 35/100). 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 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 16T (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 16T (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 16T (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Realme 16T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 8.9×None×None mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $499 | $200 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Realme 16T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Realme 16T by 173.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $299. Realme 16T is cheaper by $299.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 16T (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 16T (70/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 16T (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 16T?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Realme 16T — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 16T?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Realme 16T — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 16T?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 16T?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Realme 16T?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 16T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.