Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
Too close to call: 3 of 6 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedPixel 8a8070
- CameraPixel 8a8880
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatterySamsung Galaxy M17e 5G7095
- DisplaySamsung Galaxy M17e 5G8889
- ConnectivityPixel 8a9065
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueSamsung Galaxy M17e 5G8085
- Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 4,492 mAh
- Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.1"
- Pixel 8a is lighter188 g vs 199 g
- Pixel 8a has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
- Pixel 8a has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G3 vs Dimensity 6300
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Pixel 8a for its lighter body (188 g vs 199 g) and more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB), or the Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G for its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,492 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.1").
More RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB · Lighter: 188 g vs 199 g (11 g less)
Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 4,492 mAh · Larger display: 6.7" vs 6.1"
Common questions
Which is better: Pixel 8a or Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?
It's a close call. Pick the Pixel 8a for its lighter body (188 g vs 199 g) and more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB), or the Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G for its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,492 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.1"). BeastScore: Pixel 8a 81.6/100, Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G 81.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?
Pixel 8a has a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.
How do Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G compare for speed?
Pixel 8a scores 80/100 for performance; Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G scores 70/100.
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