Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; estimated prices are $495 and $166. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 48/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 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 602,971).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 602971
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1963
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 67/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $166 vs $495
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 17 points higher (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (70/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 602971 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1963 | |
| 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 | — | |
| 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 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $495 | $166 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 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 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 137.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $329. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is cheaper by $329.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (70/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (82/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (70/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use.