Google Pixel 8a vs Sony Xperia 10 VII
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Sony Xperia 10 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; estimated prices are $499 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 34/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 10 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 895,533); the Sony Xperia 10 VII is noticeably lighter (168g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 8a
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 895533
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2920
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 30/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Lighter: 168g vs 188g
- Cheaper: $449 vs $499
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Sony Xperia 10 VII, the Google Pixel 8a scores 14 points higher (48/100 vs 34/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII leads (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (21/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Sony Xperia 10 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 895533 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1015 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2920 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 153.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $499 | $449 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Sony Xperia 10 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Sony Xperia 10 VII by 60.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $50. Sony Xperia 10 VII is cheaper by $50.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (21/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (70/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 10 VII — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Sony Xperia 10 VII — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 10 VII is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.