Google Pixel 8a vs Google Pixel Fold
Compare Google Pixel 8a vs Google Pixel Fold side by side: Google Tensor G3 vs Google Tensor G2 (5 nm), 64MP vs 48MP camera, 4492mAh vs 4821mAh battery, $499…
Pixel 8a
$499
11categories won
Pixel Fold
$1,799
8categories won
2 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Google Pixel Fold takes the overall win
The Google Pixel Fold proves superior overall against the Google Pixel 8a, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel Fold leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel Fold. Choose the Pixel Fold if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Pixel 8a if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Pixel Fold takes battery honors offering 4,821 mAh alongside 30W charging.
Pixel Fold provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) and 12GB RAM.
Pixel Fold takes photography with 48MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
Pixel 8a provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $499 vs $1799.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Pixel 8a vs Pixel Fold: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1" | 7.6" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1840 x 2208Winner |
| Pixel density | 431 ppiWinner | 378 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2000 nitsWinner | 1450 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) |
| Process node | 4 nmWinner | 5 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,050,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 4310 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 64 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 13 MPWinner | 10.8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 13 MPWinner | 9.5 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,492 mAh | 4,821 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 18 W | 30 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 7.5 W | 7.5 W |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 188 gWinner | 283 g |
| Thickness | 8.9 mmWinner | 12.1 mm |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IPX8 |
| Build | Matte aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 front, matte composite plastic back | Polished stainless steel hinge and frame, Gorilla Glass Victus front and back, Ultra Thin Glass inner screen |
Software and support
| Specification | Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| OS updates | 7 yearsWinner | 5 years |
| Security updates | 8 yearsWinner | 5 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499Winner | $1,799 |
Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 8a brings flagship Tensor G3 silicon, a 120Hz 2000-nit Actua OLED display, AI photo editing suite, and 7 years of full OS updates to the sub-$500 category.
- Display
- 6.1"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G3
- Main camera
- 64MP
- Battery
- 4,492mAh
Google Pixel Fold
The Google Pixel Fold redefined foldable ergonomics with its wide, passport-sized 5.8-inch cover screen, fluid 7.6-inch inner canvas, 5x optical periscope zoom, and IPX8 water resistance.
- Display
- 7.6"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 4,821mAh