There were times when we used to get flagship phones in the Rs. 50000-60000 range. Now, in that price range, we’re seeing more upper mid-range phones instead. Today Google launched the Pixel 8a in India, and we’re comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs iQOO 12.
Razzil considers the Rs. 40,000-50,000 range to be the true mid-range, with anything above that as upper mid-range.
| Google Pixel 8a | iQOO 12 | Winner | |
| Display | 6.1″ OLED, 120 Hz, 2000 nits | 6.78″ AMOLED, 144 Hz, 3000 nits | IQOO |
| CPU | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 3 | Tie |
| RAM | 8 GB LPDDR5x | 12/16 GB LPDDR5x | IQOO |
| Storage | 128/256 GB UFS 3.1 | 256/512 GB UFS 4.0 | iQOO |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | iQOO |
| OS | Android 14 | Funtouch 14 (Android 14) | |
| Bluetooth | v5.3 | v5.4 | iQOO |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 | Tie |
| Camera | 64MP + 13MP Ultrawide | 50MP + 50MP + 64 MP | |
| Front Camera | 13MP | 64 MP | |
| Base Price | Rs. 52,999 | Rs. 52,999 | Tie |
Conclusion
While the iQOO 12 boasts advantages in most areas, Google’s renowned software magic elevates the Pixel 8a. The Pixel’s strength lies in its camera quality, AI features, and the promise of 7 years of OS and security updates, giving it a further edge.
If you prioritize raw power and upgrade your phone frequently (every 2 years), the iQOO 12 is a better fit. However, for those seeking a long-lasting device with excellent software, AI functionalities, and top-notch camera capabilities, the Google Pixel 8a is the way to go.
