Google Pixel 8a vs Realme Neo8
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 65/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Realme Neo8
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $499
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 12 points higher (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Realme Neo8 — 80/100; 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 Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Google Pixel 8a by 55.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Realme Neo8 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (71/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.