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Pixel 6 vs A78

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

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Google · 2021

Pixel 6

Pixel 6
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$599 USD
Oppo · 2023

A78

A78
80/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Pixel 6 BETTER THAN A78?

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Pixel 6Winner 🏆
A78

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORPixel 6A78 LEADER
Refresh Rate90Hz90Hz90Hz
Battery Capacity4,614 mAh5,000 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W33W33W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50.1 MP50.1 MP
Screen Display Size6.4"6.56"6.56"
Chassis Weight207g188g188g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 6:
  • ✓$9400 lower launch MSRP ($599 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.4" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy A78:
  • ✓19g lighter chassis (188g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+386 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 6A78
1. Display & Screen🏆 Pixel 6 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDIPS TFT LCD
Screen Size6.4"6.56"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (411 ppi)720x1612 (269 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion90 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Pixel 6 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 6 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.85, OIS, Samsung GN150.1 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
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 Lens8 MP, f/28 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 A78 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm163.8 x 75.04 x 7.99 mm
Weight207 g188 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 A78 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,614 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging33W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging21W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB C reversible
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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$599Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Pixel 6 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.4/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Pixel 6 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 Pixel 6:
Higher overall BeastScore: 80.4 vs top rival 79.8 · Brighter screen: 800 nits peak vs 0 nits
When to buy A78:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+386 mAh more) · Lighter body: 188g (19g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 6 vs A78

Which phone is better: Pixel 6 or A78?

Pixel 6 leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.4/100 compared to A78 (79.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.4 vs top rival 79.8 and Brighter screen: 800 nits peak vs 0 nits.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 6 and A78?

Pixel 6 is equipped with a 6.4-inch display and 4614 mAh battery, while A78 features a 6.56-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 6 and A78?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 6 scores 88/100 in camera performance, while A78 scores 84/100.

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