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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads — 52/100 vs 48/100 (a 4-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).
Google Pixel 8a
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4313
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1724757 vs 1433693
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier scores 4 points higher (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 21/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (75/100 vs 55/100).
| 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, HIOS 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 | — | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
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
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
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.
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 21/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (51/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (75/100 vs 55/100).
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 4 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 48/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (78/100 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 budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for everyday use.