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Galaxy S25 Edge 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 · 2025

Galaxy S25 Edge

Galaxy S25 Edge
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 USD
Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

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

WHY IS Galaxy S25 Edge BETTER THAN Pixel 8a?

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Galaxy S25 EdgeWinner 🏆
Pixel 8a

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy S25Pixel 8aLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity3,900 mAh4,492 mAh+4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W18W25W Max
Main Camera Sensor200 MP64 MP200 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.1"6.7"
Chassis Weight163g188g163g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S25 Edge:
  • ✓25g lighter chassis (163g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓$600 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $1099)
  • ✓Larger 4,492 mAh battery capacity (+592 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy S25 EdgePixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XOLED
Screen Size6.7"6.1"
Resolution & Density3120x1440 (513 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peak2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Wins Camera
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung HP264 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (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 Lens12 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S25 Edge Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight163 g188 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,900 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging18W 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 7Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.45.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-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$1099$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S25 Edge edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S25 Edge ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 99/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy S25 Edge:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.6 · Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 64 MP
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Larger battery capacity: 4,492 mAh (+592 mAh more) · Lower launch price: $499 (save $600)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S25 Edge vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Galaxy S25 Edge or Pixel 8a?

Galaxy S25 Edge leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.3/100 compared to Pixel 8a (81.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.3 vs top rival 81.6 and Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 64 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S25 Edge and Pixel 8a?

Galaxy S25 Edge is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 3900 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S25 Edge and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S25 Edge scores 99/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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