Google Pixel 8a vs Tecno Camon 50
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Camon 50 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate; estimated prices are $499 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 36/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 50 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 450,000).
Google Pixel 8a
Tecno Camon 50
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 450000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2100
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 201g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 48/100)
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $180 vs $499
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Tecno Camon 50, the Google Pixel 8a scores 12 points higher (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 leads (49/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Camon 50 leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (49/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Camon 50 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Tecno Camon 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 450000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 750 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2100 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1208x2644 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 201 g | |
| Price | $499 | $180 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Camon 50
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 50
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Tecno Camon 50
- 6150 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Tecno Camon 50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Tecno Camon 50 by 218.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $319. Tecno Camon 50 is cheaper by $319.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 (21/100 vs 0/100).
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 Tecno Camon 50 (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 50 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (49/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 (65/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Camon 50 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Camon 50?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Tecno Camon 50 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Tecno Camon 50?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Camon 50 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Camon 50?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Camon 50?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Tecno Camon 50?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Camon 50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.