Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A12
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; estimated prices are $499 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 18/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 199,111); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 828
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Cheaper: $180 vs $499
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A12, the Google Pixel 8a scores 30 points higher (48/100 vs 18/100). 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 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (70/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy A12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" 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 | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $499 | $180 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 620.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $319. Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper by $319.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (70/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (65/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 30 points (48/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy A12 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.