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Galaxy A72 vs Pixel 8a

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

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Samsung · 2021

Galaxy A72

Galaxy A72
81/ 100
Launch MSRP$549 USD
Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

Pixel 8a
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$499 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Pixel 8a BETTER THAN Galaxy A72?

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Galaxy A72
Pixel 8aWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy A72Pixel 8aLEADER
Refresh Rate90Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,492 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W18W25W Max
Main Camera Sensor64 MP64 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.1"6.7"
Chassis Weight203g188g188g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy A72:
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+508 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓15g lighter chassis (188g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$50 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $549)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy A72Pixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Display
Screen Type & TechSuper AMOLED Plus Infinity-OOLED
Screen Size6.7"6.1"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (393 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peak2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy A72 Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.8, OIS64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom8 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.213 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 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 8a Lightest Chassis
Dimensions165 x 77.4 x 8.4 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight203 g188 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP67IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy A72 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported18W 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 5Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.05.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (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 Price$549$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Pixel 8a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.6/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Pixel 8a ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy A72:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+508 mAh more) · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 80.8 · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy A72 vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Galaxy A72 or Pixel 8a?

Pixel 8a leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.6/100 compared to Galaxy A72 (80.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 80.8 and Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy A72 and Pixel 8a?

Galaxy A72 is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy A72 and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy A72 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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