Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $499 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 48/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,433,693).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4300 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Cheaper: $499 vs $1099

  • Better camera (70/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (25/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1433693
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 4458
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
  • Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
  • Lighter: 180g vs 188g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 21/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 9 points higher (57/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (25/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (75/100 vs 34/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Processor Google Tensor G3 Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 1433693 3161830
Geekbench Single 1722 3271
Geekbench Multi 4458 11051
Display 6.1" OLED 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 18W 25W
Wireless charging 7W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 10 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP48
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 188 g 180 g
Price $499 $1099
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
57/100 +54.7%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Google Pixel 8a by 54.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099

Price difference: $600. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $600.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 21/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (70/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (25/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (75/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.