Google Pixel 8a vs Xiaomi 14
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $499 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 14 has the bigger battery (4610 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 14 is faster in AnTuTu (2,363,726 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 14 has the stronger camera (138 vs 136).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Xiaomi 14
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $599
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2363726 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2200 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7000 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4610 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (65/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Xiaomi 14 — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 7000 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 138 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 14 leads Google Pixel 8a by 39.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Google Pixel 8a was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Xiaomi 14?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 leads on performance (82/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Xiaomi 14?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.