Google Pixel 8a vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; estimated prices are $499 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 30/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 560,883); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 8a
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 560883
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1890
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Cheaper: $140 vs $499
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Google Pixel 8a scores 18 points higher (48/100 vs 30/100). 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 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (56/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 560883 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $499 | $140 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 155.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $359. Tecno Pova 7 Neo is cheaper by $359.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (65/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.