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Galaxy S22+ 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 · 2022

Galaxy S22+

82/ 100

Launch MSRP$999 USD

Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

82/ 100

Launch MSRP$499 USD

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Pixel 8a BETTER THAN Galaxy S22+?

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Galaxy S22+

Pixel 8aWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Galaxy S22+	Pixel 8a	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	4,492 mAh	+4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	45W	18W	45W Max
Main Camera Sensor	50 MP	64 MP	64 MP
Screen Display Size	6.6"	6.1"	6.6"
Chassis Weight	196g	188g	188g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S22+:

✓Larger 4,500 mAh battery capacity (+8 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:

✓8g lighter chassis (188g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$500 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $999)
✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Galaxy S22+	Pixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S22+ Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	Dynamic AMOLED 2X	OLED
Screen Size	6.6"	6.1"
Resolution & Density	2340x1080 (393 ppi)	2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,750 nits peak	2,000 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S22+ Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 12	Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB / 256GB	128GB / 256GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S22+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera	50 MP, f/1.8, OIS	64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom	10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	12 MP, f/2.2	13 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	10 MP, f/2.2	13 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 8a Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm	152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight	196 g	188 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP68	IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy S22+ Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	45W wired fast charging	18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	15W wireless charging	18W wireless charging
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth	5.2	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB-C 3.2
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$999	$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 S22+:

Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 18W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

When to buy Pixel 8a:

Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 81.5 · Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S22+ vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Galaxy S22+ or Pixel 8a?

Pixel 8a leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.6/100 compared to Galaxy S22+ (81.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 81.5 and Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S22+ and Pixel 8a?

Galaxy S22+ is equipped with a 6.6-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S22+ and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S22+ scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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WHY IS Pixel 8a BETTER THAN Galaxy S22+?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S22+ vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Galaxy S22+ or Pixel 8a?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S22+ and Pixel 8a?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S22+ and Pixel 8a?

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