Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 1,433,693); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1999
- Better camera (70/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (74/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Google Pixel 8a by 57.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1500. Google Pixel 8a was $1500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (74/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.