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; launch prices were $499 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 55/100 (a 10-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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Sony Xperia 10 VII
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 895533
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3000
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 10 VII better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Lighter: 168g vs 188g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $499
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Sony Xperia 10 VII, the Google Pixel 8a scores 10 points higher (65/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII leads (53/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Sony Xperia 10 VII — 34/100; 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 Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Sony Xperia 10 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 895533 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3000 | |
| 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 | — | |
| 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 | 1000 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 | |
| Launch price | $499 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
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.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Sony Xperia 10 VII was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 10 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 65/100, the Sony Xperia 10 VII — 55/100.
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 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.