Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $499 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 136); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $499 | $899 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 56.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.