Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; estimated prices are $499 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 26/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 607,137); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 607137
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1963
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Cheaper: $179 vs $499
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, 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 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads (45/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (70/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (45/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $499 | $179 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by 136.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $320. Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is cheaper by $320.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (70/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (45/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (65/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by 22 points (48/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.