Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 65/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $2899
- Better camera (70/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 4 points higher (69/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 TriFold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (57/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Google Pixel 8a by 51.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2400. Google Pixel 8a was $2400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (70/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (63/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (57/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.