Google Pixel 8a vs Sony Xperia 5 III
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Sony Xperia 5 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $499 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 51/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 III has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,119,714); the Sony Xperia 5 III is noticeably lighter (168g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 8a
Sony Xperia 5 III
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1119714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3373
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 35/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Lighter: 168g vs 188g
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Sony Xperia 5 III, the Google Pixel 8a scores 14 points higher (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 56/100, Sony Xperia 5 III — 14/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (70/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 5 III are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Sony Xperia 5 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.0×68.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $999 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Sony Xperia 5 III
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Sony Xperia 5 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Sony Xperia 5 III by 28.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $500. Google Pixel 8a was $500 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (70/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 5 III are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 5 III — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Sony Xperia 5 III — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.