Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo X51 5G

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo X51 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 25/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4315); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 597,974).

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G by 23 points (48/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Vivo X51 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 38
Battery 22
Design 73
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 597974
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 799
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1836
  • Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4315 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 38/100)
  • Longer battery life (25/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo X51 5G better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Lighter: 181g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo X51 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 23 points higher (48/100 vs 25/100). 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 38/100). 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 Vivo X51 5G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (70/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo X51 5G are nearly equal (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X51 5G is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo X51 5G: The Vivo X51 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Vivo X51 5G
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
AnTuTu 1433693 597974
Geekbench Single 1722 799
Geekbench Multi 4458 1836
Display 6.1" OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 4315 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 10, Funtouch 10.0
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 158.5×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 188 g 181 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Vivo X51 5G
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
38
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X51 5G
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Vivo X51 5G
  • 4315 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo X51 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Vivo X51 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
25/100 -139.8%
597974 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Vivo X51 5G by 139.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Vivo X51 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (70/100 vs 38/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo X51 5G are nearly equal (25/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X51 5G is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo X51 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X51 5G?

The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo X51 5G by 23 points (48/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo X51 5G?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X51 5G — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X51 5G?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 38/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X51 5G?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo X51 5G?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X51 5G is a better fit for everyday use.