Google Pixel 8a vs Tecno Spark 20C

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 16/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 20C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 32 points (48/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Google Pixel 8a scores 32 points higher (48/100 vs 16/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Tecno Spark 20C
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 188 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (70/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (65/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 32 points (48/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.