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Zenfone 9 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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Asus · 2022

Zenfone 9

Zenfone 9
83/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Google · 2024

Pixel 8a

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

WHY IS Zenfone 9 BETTER THAN Pixel 8a?

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Zenfone 9Winner 🏆
Pixel 8a

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORZenfone 9Pixel 8aLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,300 mAh4,492 mAh+4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W18W30W Max
Main Camera Sensor50.3 MP64 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size5.92"6.1"6.1"
Chassis Weight169g188g169g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Zenfone 9:
  • ✓19g lighter chassis (169g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50.3MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓5.92" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 8a:
  • ✓$9500 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 4,492 mAh battery capacity (+192 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationZenfone 9Pixel 8a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDOLED
Screen Size5.92"6.1"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (444 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Zenfone 9 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 Memory16 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 8a Wins Camera
Primary Camera50.3 MP64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A13 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 Lens12 MP13 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Zenfone 9 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions145.6 x 68.1 x 9.1 mm152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight169 g188 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Zenfone 9 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,300 mAh4,492 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported18W 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 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (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 PricePrice on request$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Zenfone 9 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Zenfone 9 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 Zenfone 9:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.8 vs top rival 81.6 · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 18W
When to buy Pixel 8a:
Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50.3 MP · Brighter screen: 2,000 nits peak vs 0 nits
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Zenfone 9 vs Pixel 8a

Which phone is better: Zenfone 9 or Pixel 8a?

Zenfone 9 leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.8/100 compared to Pixel 8a (81.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.8 vs top rival 81.6 and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 18W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Zenfone 9 and Pixel 8a?

Zenfone 9 is equipped with a 5.92-inch display and 4300 mAh battery, while Pixel 8a features a 6.1-inch display and 4492 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Zenfone 9 and Pixel 8a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Zenfone 9 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8a scores 88/100.

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