Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A06
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A06 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $499 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 20/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A06 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 346,495); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A06 doesn't.
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy A06
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1364
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 189g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 63/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $149 vs $499
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A06, the Google Pixel 8a scores 28 points higher (48/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 leads (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A06 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy A06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 167.3×77.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $499 | $149 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A06
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A06, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A06 by 313.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $350. Samsung Galaxy A06 is cheaper by $350.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (70/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A06 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 by 28 points (48/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy A06 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A06 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.