Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo Y500
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $499 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 56/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo Y500
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $499
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo Y500, the Google Pixel 8a scores 9 points higher (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (64/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 56/100, Vivo Y500 — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (64/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $345 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $154. Vivo Y500 was $154 cheaper at launch.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (64/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Vivo Y500 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.