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; estimated prices are $499 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 48/100 (a 17-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 (3,942,923 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $1999
- Better camera (70/100 vs 45/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 17 points higher (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (40/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (40/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (75/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $499 | $1999 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
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 63.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1500. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $1500.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (40/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (75/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
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 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.