Google Pixel 8a vs Realme V30

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Realme V30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 11/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Realme V30 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V30 doesn't.

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme V30 by 37 points (48/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Realme V30
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Realme V30 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
  • Lighter: 186g vs 188g

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Realme V30, the Google Pixel 8a scores 37 points higher (48/100 vs 11/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V30 leads (36/100 vs 25/100). 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 V30 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V30 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Realme V30 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme V30 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Realme V30: The Realme V30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Realme V30
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 12, Realme UI 3.0
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 188 g 186 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Realme V30
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Realme V30
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Realme V30
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Realme V30
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme V30 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (70/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme V30 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme V30 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Realme V30 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme V30?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Realme V30 by 37 points (48/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Realme V30?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Realme V30 — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme V30?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Realme V30?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Realme V30?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V30 is a better fit for everyday use.