Google Pixel 9a vs Realme Neo8
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 66/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Realme Neo8
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 215g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $499
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 11 points higher (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, Realme Neo8 — 80/100; 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 Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Google Pixel 9a by 59.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Realme Neo8 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9a — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Realme Neo8?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.