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Reno 8 Pro vs Google Pixel 9a

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Reno 8 Pro
Oppo · 2022

Reno 8 Pro

Price on request
83.5/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
83.5
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera84/100
Battery80/100
Google Pixel 9a
Google · 2025

Google Pixel 9a

$499
83.7/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
83.7
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera82/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Reno 8 Pro:
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.62" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Google Pixel 9a:
  • ✓2g lighter chassis (186g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9500 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,100 mAh battery capacity (+600 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationReno 8 ProGoogle Pixel 9a
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDOLED
Screen Size6.62"6.3"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (398 ppi)2424x1080 (422 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,700 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50.1 MP48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN3
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A13 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP13 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions161 x 74.2 x 7.57 mm154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm
Weight188 g186 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging80W wired fast charging23W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported7W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Google Pixel 9a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.7/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Google Pixel 9a ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 82/100 camera rating.

When to buy Reno 8 Pro:
Significantly faster wired charging: 80W vs max 23W · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB
When to buy Google Pixel 9a:
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.7 vs top rival 83.5 · Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+600 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Reno 8 Pro vs Google Pixel 9a

Which phone is better: Reno 8 Pro or Google Pixel 9a?

Google Pixel 9a leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.7/100 compared to Reno 8 Pro (83.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.7 vs top rival 83.5 and Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+600 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Reno 8 Pro and Google Pixel 9a?

Reno 8 Pro is equipped with a 6.62-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Google Pixel 9a features a 6.3-inch display and 5100 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Reno 8 Pro and Google Pixel 9a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Reno 8 Pro scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel 9a scores 82/100.

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