Google Pixel 8a vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 23/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 9 Pro Plus has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.
Google Pixel 8a
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (27/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Google Pixel 8a scores 25 points higher (48/100 vs 23/100). 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 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (70/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus by 25 points (48/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.