Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi 8
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439; estimated prices are $499 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 14/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 8 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 193,115); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 8 doesn't.
Google Pixel 8a
Redmi 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 795
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Cheaper: $140 vs $499
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi 8, the Google Pixel 8a scores 34 points higher (48/100 vs 14/100). 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 Redmi 8 leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Redmi 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 193115 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 199 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 795 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $499 | $140 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 8
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi 8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Redmi 8 by 642.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $359. Redmi 8 is cheaper by $359.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (70/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 8?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 by 34 points (48/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi 8?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi 8 — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 8?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 8?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi 8?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.