Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy Fold
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy Fold (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 44/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4380); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 263g).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4380 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 263g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 20/100)
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy Fold, the Google Pixel 8a scores 21 points higher (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (70/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Fold are nearly equal (39/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (57/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1536x2152 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4380 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 160.9×62.9×15.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 263 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 1536x2152
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 4380 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy Fold by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (70/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (70/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Fold are nearly equal (39/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (57/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold by 21 points (65/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy Fold?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Fold is a better fit for everyday use.