Google Pixel 8 leads
by 16 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 8 leads overall versus Pixel 6a. Software: 71.4 vs 100.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 6a
Best for users who prioritize battery.
Google Pixel 8
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceResolution
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone B leads | 6.1" | 6.2"Better |
Resolution Close match | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2400 |
Refresh Rate Phone B leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Phone B leads | 876 nits | 2000 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 431 ppiBetter | 424 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Not available | Yes |
Display Protection Needs more data | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Benchmark Score
AnTuTu Score
Geekbench (Single)
Geekbench (Multi)
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone B leads | 6GB | 8GBBetter |
RAM Type Needs more data | Not available | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 2.8GHz | 2.91GHzBetter |
CPU Cores Needs more data | Not available | 9 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x2.80GHz + 2x2.25GHz + 4x1.80GHz | 1x2.91GHz + 4x2.37GHz + 4x1.70GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Needs more data | Not available | 1158631 |
AnTuTu Score Needs more data | Not available | 1158631 |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | Not available | 3526 |
Geekbench (Multi) Needs more data | Not available | 4404 |
Storage Phone B leads | 128GB | 256GBBetter |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Phone B leads | Google Tensor (5 nm) | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm)Better |
GPU Needs more data | Mali-G78 MP20 | Mali-G715 MP7 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Aperture
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone B leads | 12.2MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 12.2MP + 12MP | 50MP + 12MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Phone B leads | 1/2.55 | 1/1.31Better |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.7 | f/1.7 |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 8x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
Front Camera Phone B leads | 8MP | 10.5MPBetter |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Not available | Samsung ISOCELL 3J1 |
Front Aperture Phone A leads | f/2.0Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone B leads | 1080p@30fps | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fpsBetter |
Camera Features Needs more data | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 8 generally outperforms Pixel 6a across key categories. Display Size: 6.2" vs 6.1" This makes Pixel 8 the better choice for most users, though Pixel 6a may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who need long battery life. Pixel 6a provides extended usage with efficient power management.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Pixel 8 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | -- | ≈ Rs 56,000 – Rs 98,000 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 6a and Google Pixel 8 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Google Pixel 8 wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Google Pixel 8 is the better choice overall, winning in 5 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Refresh Rate (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 6a advantage), RAM (Google Pixel 8 advantage).
Google Pixel 8 delivers better camera performance overall.
Google Pixel 6a offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Google Pixel 6a: non-PTA not available; PTA not entered. Google Pixel 8: non-PTA approximately Rs 56,000 – Rs 98,000; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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