Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570; estimated prices are $499 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 9/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 54,000); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is noticeably lighter (143g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 54000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 143g vs 188g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $499
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime, the Google Pixel 8a scores 39 points higher (48/100 vs 9/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Samsung Exynos 7570 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 54000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 122 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 405 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 2400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 142.8×69.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 143 g | |
| Price | $499 | $200 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 2400 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 2555.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $299. Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is cheaper by $299.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (70/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (25/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 39 points (48/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.