Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A15
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $499 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 26/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A15 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 503,308); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8a has the stronger camera (136 vs 83).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 503308
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1890
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 200g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Cheaper: $200 vs $499
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A15, the Google Pixel 8a scores 22 points higher (48/100 vs 26/100). 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 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (70/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 503308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 83 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $499 | $200 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 184.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $299. Samsung Galaxy A15 is cheaper by $299.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (70/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 22 points (48/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.