Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; estimated prices are $495 and $340. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 60/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 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 1,222,280); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8a has the stronger camera (136 vs 114); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1222280
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3832
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 198g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $340 vs $495
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Google Pixel 8a scores 5 points higher (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1222280 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3832 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 114 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 198 g | |
| Price | $495 | $340 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 17.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $155. Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper by $155.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (70/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.