Google Pixel 8a vs Sony Xperia 1
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Sony Xperia 1 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 8/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 3330); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 891,237).
Google Pixel 8a
Sony Xperia 1
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 891237
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 3330 mAh
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 178g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Sony Xperia 1, the Google Pixel 8a scores 40 points higher (48/100 vs 8/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (21/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (70/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Sony Xperia 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 891237 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 3330 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 167.0×72.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 178 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Sony Xperia 1
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 1
- 3330 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Sony Xperia 1, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Sony Xperia 1 by 60.9% in our overall performance rating.
Sony Xperia 1
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (21/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (70/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (25/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 by 40 points (48/100 vs 8/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Sony Xperia 1 — 8/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 4/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 is a better fit for everyday use.