Google Pixel 8a vs Tecno Spark 50 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; estimated prices are $499 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 34/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 408,000); the Tecno Spark 50 Pro is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8a
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 408000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1890
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $160 vs $499
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Tecno Spark 50 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 14 points higher (48/100 vs 34/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro leads (55/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (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 Spark 50 Pro (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (55/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Tecno Spark 50 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 408000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 167.8×79.2×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $499 | $160 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Tecno Spark 50 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 251.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $339. Tecno Spark 50 Pro is cheaper by $339.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (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 Spark 50 Pro (70/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (55/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Tecno Spark 50 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.