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Pixel 8a vs realme C55

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 8a
· 2024

Pixel 8a

$499
81.6/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
81.6
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery70/100
realme C55
· 2023

realme C55

$199
82.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
82.0
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓3g lighter chassis (188g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.1" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy realme C55:
  • ✓$300 lower launch MSRP ($199 vs $499)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+508 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 8arealme C55
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechOLEDIPS LCD
Screen Size6.1"6.72"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (429 ppi)2400x1080 (392 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion90 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peak680 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 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB8 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN264 MP, f/1.79
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 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 Lens13 MP, f/2.28 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm165.6 x 75.9 x 7.8 mm
Weight188 g191 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP67Not certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,492 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging18W wired fast charging33W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging18W 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 5
Bluetooth5.35.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 2.0
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$499$199
Editorial Lab Verdict

realme C55 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, realme C55 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy Pixel 8a:
Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz · Brighter screen: 2,000 nits peak vs 680 nits
When to buy realme C55:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 81.6 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+508 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 8a vs realme C55

Which phone is better: Pixel 8a or realme C55?

realme C55 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 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+508 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 8a and realme C55?

Pixel 8a is equipped with a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery, while realme C55 features a 6.72-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 8a and realme C55?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 8a scores 88/100 in camera performance, while realme C55 scores 84/100.

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