Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 50/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Overall rating 50/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 15 points higher (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 vs 34/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy A90 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 164.8×76.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- Main: 48MP f/f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Samsung Galaxy A90 5G by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (70/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (70/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (39/100 vs 34/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is a better fit for everyday use.