Google Pixel 8a vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Sony Xperia 1 VII
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 197g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1295
- Better camera (70/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (53/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Sony Xperia 1 VII — 52/100; 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 Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9293 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $1295 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Google Pixel 8a by 52.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $796. Google Pixel 8a was $796 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (70/100 vs 54/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 54/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for gamers and power users.