Google Pixel 8a vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $499 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 40 Premier has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is faster in AnTuTu (1,724,757 vs 1,433,693); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is thinner (7.7mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4313
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1724757 vs 1433693
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $499
- Better camera (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (56/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 70/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads Google Pixel 8a by 16.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Tecno Camon 40 Premier was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.