Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $499 and $153. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 26/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G 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 548,631); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 548631
- 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 190g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 28/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $153 vs $499
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, 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 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (70/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $499 | $153 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 161.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $346. Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper by $346.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (70/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 22 points (48/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.