Google Pixel 8 vs Google Pixel 8a
Our Verdict: The Pixel 8a and Pixel 8 came out side by side, the 8 5G as the top model and the 8a as the more basic one. The 8a leads on camera hardware with a 64MP main sensor to the 8 5G's 50MP, plus a 13MP selfie camera against 5MP, and the 8 5G is the lighter phone at 0g against 188g. The 8a is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the 8 5G is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
10 reviews 4.3
12 reviews
Prices updated 16 July 2026
Google Pixel 8
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Google Pixel 8a
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.3 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.2" | 6.1" |
| Display | AMOLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 424 | 431 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 64 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 10.5 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,575 mAh | 4,492 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | - | 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 0 grams | 188 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP67 - Dust and water resistant |
| Contracts |
£46.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £174.95 | - |
| Prices updated 16 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 8 or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8 has the bigger screen at 6.2" compared to the Google Pixel 8a's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 424 pixels per inch, and the Google Pixel 8 uses a AMOLED panel while the Google Pixel 8a has a OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 8 or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 8a has a 64 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Google Pixel 8a comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8a use?
The Google Pixel 8 is powered by the Google Tensor G3 (4 nm), while the Google Pixel 8a uses the Google Tensor G3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 8 or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8 is the more portable of the two: it's 188g lighter at 0 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 8 or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Google Pixel 8a is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.
What operating system do the Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8a run?
Both phones run Android.