Here’s a detailed comparison between the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 8.

📏 Size Comparison

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Dimensions	152.4 x 72.9 x 8.9 mm	150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm
Weight	~190g	187g
Display Size	6.1 inches	6.2 inches
Display Type	OLED, 90Hz refresh rate	OLED, 120Hz refresh rate
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85%	~84%
Bezel Size	Slightly thicker bezels	Slim bezels
Build Material	Plastic back with aluminum frame	Glass back with aluminum frame
IP Rating	IP67	IP68
Button Placement	Power button and volume rocker on the right side	Power button and volume rocker on the right side
Color Options	Limited	Multiple options (Obsidian, Hazel, Rose)

🖥️ Display Comparison

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Display Size	6.1 inches	6.2 inches
Display Type	OLED	OLED
Resolution	FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels)	FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels)
Refresh Rate	90Hz	120Hz (adaptive)
Brightness	Up to 1000 nits (typical), 1400 nits (HDR peak)	Up to 1400 nits (typical), 2000 nits (HDR peak)
HDR Support	Yes (HDR10+)	Yes (HDR10+)
Aspect Ratio	20:9	20:9
Pixel Density	~429 PPI	~428 PPI
Screen Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Always-On Display	Yes	Yes
Touch Sampling Rate	120Hz	240Hz
Bezel Size	Slightly thicker bezels	Slim bezels
Color Accuracy	Excellent (sRGB, DCI-P3 support)	Excellent (sRGB, DCI-P3 support)
Software Enhancements	Material You UI (Android 14)	Material You UI (Android 14)

🔋 Battery Life

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Battery Capacity	~4,500 mAh	4,575 mAh
Battery Type	Lithium-ion	Lithium-ion
Charging Speed	18W wired, 7.5W wireless	27W wired, 18W wireless (with Pixel Stand)
Fast Charging Support	Yes (wired and wireless)	Yes (wired and wireless)
Battery Life (Est.)	~24-30 hours (mixed usage)	~24-36 hours (mixed usage)
Screen-on Time (SOT)	~6-7 hours	~7-8 hours (official)
Adaptive Battery	Yes (AI-based optimization)	Yes (AI-based optimization)
Extreme Battery Saver	Yes	Yes
Charging Technology	USB-C (Power Delivery)	USB-C (Power Delivery)
Wireless Charging	Yes (Qi-certified)	Yes (Qi-certified, up to 18W with Pixel Stand)
Reverse Wireless Charging	No	No
Software Optimization	Android 14 (with Pixel-exclusive battery features)	Android 14 (with Pixel-exclusive battery features)
Battery Health Features	Adaptive charging, battery health monitoring	Adaptive charging, battery health monitoring

⚡ Charging Speed

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Battery Capacity	~4,500 mAh	4,575 mAh
Wired Charging Speed	18W	27W (with USB-PD 3.0 PPS)
Wireless Charging	No	Yes (up to 18W with Qi-certified chargers)
Reverse Wireless Charging	No	Yes (Pixel Stand compatible)
Charging Technology	USB-C (standard charging)	USB-C (with Adaptive Charging)
Time to 50% Charge	~35-40 minutes	~30 minutes
Full Charge Time	~1 hour 45 minutes	~1 hour 30 minutes
Charging Adapter	Not included	Not included
Battery Optimization	Adaptive Battery (AI-based optimization)	Adaptive Battery + Extreme Battery Saver
Fast Charging Support	Limited to 18W	Supports up to 27W (with compatible charger)

🔊 Speaker Test

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Speaker Setup	Stereo speakers (bottom-firing + earpiece)	Stereo speakers (bottom-firing + earpiece)
Audio Output	Standard stereo sound	Standard stereo sound
Loudness	Good (clear and loud audio output)	Excellent (clear and loud audio output)
Bass Performance	Moderate bass	Improved bass (with better depth and clarity)
Clarity	Good clarity for mid and high ranges	Excellent clarity across all ranges
Spatial Audio	No spatial audio support	No spatial audio support
Dolby Atmos Support	No	No
Volume Levels	Adequate for casual use	Higher volume levels for immersive listening
Distortion at High Volume	Minimal distortion	Minimal distortion even at high volumes
Microphone Integration	Standard microphone for calls and recordings	Advanced microphone for clearer voice capture
Audio Enhancements	Basic audio tuning	Adaptive audio tuning with AI-based enhancements
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
Bluetooth Audio	Bluetooth 5.3	Bluetooth 5.3
Speaker Durability	Standard durability	Standard durability

🚀 Performance

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Processor	Google Tensor G3	Google Tensor G3
CPU	1x Cortex-X3, 4x Cortex-A715, 4x Cortex-A510	1x Cortex-X3, 4x Cortex-A715, 4x Cortex-A510
GPU	ARM Mali-G715	ARM Mali-G715
RAM	8 GB LPDDR5X	8 GB LPDDR5X
Storage Options	128 GB (UFS 3.1)	128 GB / 256 GB (UFS 3.1)
Cooling System	Standard passive cooling	Improved vapor chamber cooling
AI Capabilities	AI-powered features (slightly limited compared to Pixel 8)	Advanced AI features (e.g., Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur)
Machine Learning	On-device ML with Tensor G3 (optimized for efficiency)	On-device ML with Tensor G3 (full performance)
Benchmark Scores	Slightly lower due to underclocked processor	Higher performance in benchmarks (AnTuTu, Geekbench)
Thermal Performance	May throttle under heavy loads	Better thermal management due to improved cooling
Software	Android 14 (Pixel-exclusive features)	Android 14 (Pixel-exclusive features)
Performance Mode	Standard performance mode	Adaptive performance mode (optimized for gaming and heavy tasks)
Gaming Performance	Good for casual gaming, may struggle with high-end games	Excellent for high-end gaming (better sustained performance)
Battery Efficiency	Optimized for efficiency, may sacrifice performance	Balanced performance and efficiency

📊 Benchmark Performance

GeekBench 6

Specification	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Single-Core Score	~1500	~1600
Multi-Core Score	~3500	~4000

Antutu 10

Specification	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Overall Score	~800,000	~1,000,000

3DMark

Specification	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Graphics Score	~6000	~7000

📸 Camera Comparison

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Rear Camera Setup	64 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide)	50 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide)
Main Sensor	Sony IMX787	Samsung GN2 (1/1.31″, large sensor)
Aperture (Main)	f/1.8	f/1.7
Ultrawide Sensor	12 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording	Up to 4K @ 60fps, 1080p @ 30/60/120fps	Up to 4K @ 60fps, 1080p @ 30/60/120fps
Stabilization	OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) + EIS	OIS + EIS
Front Camera	12 MP	10.5 MP (autofocus)
Front Video Recording	Up to 4K @ 30fps, 1080p @ 30/60fps	Up to 4K @ 30fps, 1080p @ 30/60fps
HDR Video Support	Yes (HDR10+)	Yes (HDR10+)
Slow Motion	Up to 240fps at 1080p	Up to 240fps at 1080p
AI Enhancements	Google Tensor G3 (improved AI photo/video processing)	Google Tensor G3 (advanced AI photo/video processing)
Night Sight	Yes (improved low-light performance)	Yes (enhanced with Tensor G3)
Macro Mode	Yes	Yes
Portrait Mode	Yes (AI-based depth sensing)	Yes (AI-based depth sensing)
Zoom Capabilities	Up to 8x Super Res Zoom	Up to 8x Super Res Zoom
Software Features	Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Real Tone	Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Real Tone, Best Take
Display Resolution	FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels) OLED	FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels) OLED
Refresh Rate	90Hz	120Hz
Brightness	Up to 1400 nits (peak)	Up to 2000 nits (peak HDR)
Software	Android 14 (Pixel-exclusive features)	Android 14 (Pixel-exclusive features)

🎥 Video Quality

Feature	Google Pixel 8a	Google Pixel 8
Rear Camera Setup	64 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide)	50 MP (main) + 12 MP (ultrawide)
Video Recording	Up to 4K @ 30/60fps, 1080p @ 30/60/120fps	Up to 4K @ 30/60fps, 1080p @ 30/60/120/240fps
Stabilization	OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) + EIS	OIS + EIS + Enhanced stabilization features
Front Camera	12 MP	10.5 MP
Front Video Recording	Up to 4K @ 30fps, 1080p @ 30/60fps	Up to 4K @ 30fps, 1080p @ 30/60fps
HDR Video Support	Yes (HDR10+ supported)	Yes (HDR10+ supported)
Slow Motion	Up to 240fps at 1080p	Up to 240fps at 1080p
AI Enhancements	AI-powered video features (e.g., Night Sight Video)	Advanced AI features (e.g., Real Tone, Night Sight Video)
Microphone Quality	Stereo microphones with noise cancellation	Stereo microphones with advanced noise cancellation
Audio Recording	Stereo audio recording	Stereo audio recording
Display Resolution	FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels) OLED	FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels) OLED
Refresh Rate	90Hz	120Hz (adaptive)
Brightness	Up to 1400 nits (peak HDR)	Up to 2000 nits (peak HDR)
Software Enhancements	Stock Android 14 with Pixel-exclusive features	Stock Android 14 with Pixel-exclusive features

🏆 Overall Verdict

📱 Google Pixel 8a

✅ Pros:
✔ Lower Price – More affordable while keeping many flagship features.
✔ Bigger Main Camera Sensor – 64MP vs. Pixel 8’s 50MP (higher resolution).
✔ Same Tensor G3 Chip – Delivers similar AI-powered performance.
✔ Larger Front Camera – 13MP vs. Pixel 8’s 10.5MP, great for selfies.
✔ Same 120Hz OLED Display – Offers smooth visuals at a lower cost.
✔ Google Software Experience – Same Pixel UI and AI features.

❌ Cons:
✖ Plastic Back – Feels less premium compared to the Pixel 8’s glass back.
✖ Slower Wireless Charging – 7.5W vs. Pixel 8’s 18W (with Pixel Stand).
✖ Lacks Premium Extras – No Gorilla Glass Victus or advanced camera processing.

📱 Google Pixel 8

✅ Pros:
✔ Premium Build – Glass back with Gorilla Glass Victus feels more durable.
✔ Better Video & AI Features – Slightly improved computational photography.
✔ Faster Wireless Charging – Supports up to 18W with the Pixel Stand.
✔ More Compact & Lighter – Slightly smaller and easier to hold.

❌ Cons:
✖ More Expensive – Higher price for only marginal upgrades.
✖ Lower MP Main Camera – 50MP vs. Pixel 8a’s 64MP (but still better processing).

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