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Pixel 6 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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Google · 2021

Pixel 6

Pixel 6
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$599 USD
Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

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

WHY IS Pixel 8a BETTER THAN Pixel 6?

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Pixel 6
Pixel 8aWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORPixel 6Pixel 8aLEADER
Refresh Rate90Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,614 mAh4,492 mAh+4,614 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W18W30W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP64 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size6.4"6.1"6.4"
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:
  • ✓Larger 4,614 mAh battery capacity (+122 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.4" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓19g lighter chassis (188g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $599)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 6Pixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDOLED
Screen Size6.4"6.1"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (411 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 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 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 6 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.85, OIS, Samsung GN164 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 Lens8 MP, f/213 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 8a Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight207 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 6 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,614 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging21W 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 6EWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.25.3
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$599$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 Pixel 6:
Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 18W
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 80.4 · Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 6 vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Pixel 6 or Pixel 8a?

Pixel 8a leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.6/100 compared to Pixel 6 (80.4/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.6 vs top rival 80.4 and Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 6 and Pixel 8a?

Pixel 6 is equipped with a 6.4-inch display and 4614 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 6 and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 6 scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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