Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 136); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 188g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 4458
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 163g vs 188g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (39/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Google Pixel 8a by 52.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Google Pixel 8a was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.