Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A10

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A10 (2019) runs on the Exynos 7884; estimated prices are $499 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 9/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 156,000); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A10 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A10 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 188g).

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 by 39 points (48/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Samsung Galaxy A10
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 90
Value for money 99
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 156000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 254
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 802
  • Bigger battery: 4492 vs 3400 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A10 better?
  • Lighter: 168g vs 188g
  • Cheaper: $160 vs $499

  • Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (99/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A10, the Google Pixel 8a scores 39 points higher (48/100 vs 9/100). 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 Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A10: The Samsung Galaxy A10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Samsung Galaxy A10
Processor Google Tensor G3 Exynos 7884
AnTuTu 1433693 156000
Geekbench Single 1722 254
Geekbench Multi 4458 802
Display 6.1" OLED 6.2" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 3400 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 2GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 32GB
OS Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 155.6×75.6×7.9 mm
Weight 188 g 168 g
Price $499 $160
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Samsung Galaxy A10
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy A10
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Samsung Galaxy A10
  • 3400 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A10 Exynos 7884
9/100 -819.0%
156000 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A10 by 819.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Samsung Galaxy A10
$160

Price difference: $339. Samsung Galaxy A10 is cheaper by $339.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (70/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (25/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A10?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 by 39 points (48/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A10?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy A10 — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A10?

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

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A10?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A10?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.