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Pixel 8 vs Pixel 8a

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

Smartphone Battle
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Pixel 8
· 2023

Pixel 8

$699
82.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
82.0
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery78/100
Pixel 8a
· 2024

Pixel 8a

$499
81.6/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
81.6
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery70/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 8:
  • ✓1g lighter chassis (187g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓Larger 4,575 mAh battery capacity (+83 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓$200 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $699)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.1" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 8Pixel 8a
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechOLEDOLED
Screen Size6.2"6.1"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (428 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peak2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB8 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GN264 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 Lens10.5 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight187 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
Battery Capacity4,575 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging18W 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
Bluetooth5.35.3
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$699$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Pixel 8 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Pixel 8 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 8:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 81.6
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP · Lower launch price: $499 (save $200)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 8 vs Pixel 8a

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

Pixel 8 leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.0/100 compared to Pixel 8a (81.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 81.6.

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

Pixel 8 is equipped with a 6.2-inch display and 4575 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

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

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

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