Google Pixel 9a vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 49/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 207g).
Google Pixel 9a
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Lighter: 186g vs 207g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $599
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 69/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 30 points higher (79/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (92/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (68/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (67/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $499 | $599 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Google Pixel 9a by 66.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. Google Pixel 9a is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (68/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (67/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 30 points (79/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.