Google’s newest budget-friendly phone packs an impressive punch. But how does it compare to its predecessor?
The Pixel A-series has emerged as one of the best value-for-your-money smartphone options on the market, packing features that are usually reserved for flagships that cost hundreds of dollars more. The new Pixel 8a is officially here and, as expected, has a lot to offer.
The 8a improves over the 7a in several ways, including a brighter, more vivid display, AI features, an upgraded processor for faster performance, and more. But are those upgrades right for you?
Fortunately, there are enough notable differences between the two, so it all boils down to your needs and preferences. I’ve broken them down below.
Google Pixel 7a
Google Pixel 8a
Price $499 (128GB) $499 (128GB), $549 (256GB)
Display 6.1-inch 6.1-inch
Resolution 1080×2400
1080×2400
Refresh rate 90Hz 120Hz
Chip Google Tensor G2
Google Tensor G3
Rear camera 64MP Quad PD wide camera, 13MP ultrawide camera,
64MP Quad PD wide camera, 13MP ultrawide camera, Super Res Zoom up to 8x
RAM/ Storage
8GB RAM / 128GB storage
8GB RAM / 128GB storage
Battery 4,385mAh
4,492mAh
Water and dust resistance IP67
IP67
Refresh rate, or how many times a device refreshes the screen in a second, is a big thing in the world of TVs, but does it really matter for cell phones? In years past, it might not have meant as much, but with today’s phones being gaming and content hubs as well, it’s important.
