Google Pixel 6 vs Google Pixel 6a: Comparison

Review of Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6a Smartphones

Google’s Pixel 6 is their latest offering in the high-end smartphone market, while the Pixel 6a is set to be released as a mid-range phone. Both of these phones have impressive specs, great design, and come with a range of features that are sure to impress. This review will discuss the differences between the two devices, so you can decide which one is right for you.

Design & Materials

The Google Pixel 6 offers a premium design, featuring an aluminium alloy frame and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 on the front. The phone has a 6.40 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2340 (FHD+). It also boasts a refresh rate of 90 Hz and a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and HDR10+ support. As for audio, it comes with stereo speakers and a usable surface area of 84.3%.

The Pixel 6a, on the other hand, has a more affordable design with a plastic frame and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the front. The display is slightly smaller at 6.10 inches and has a resolution of 1080x2400 (FHD+). It also has a usable surface area of 84.5%, but no refresh rate or contrast ratio is provided. The phone does have stereo speakers, though.

Hardware

The Google Pixel 6 is powered by the Google Tensor 5nm processor, 8GB of RAM (LPDDR5) and either 128GB or 256GB of storage (UFS 3.1). Its AnTuTu score (v9) is 735300, and it also has a fingerprint display for extra security.

The Pixel 6a, on the other hand, is powered by the Google Tensor 5nm processor, 6GB of RAM (LPDDR5) and 128GB of storage (UFS 3.1). It has a slightly lower AnTuTu score of 705123, but it still has a fingerprint display for extra security.

Camera

Both of these phones come with dual cameras on the rear. The Pixel 6 has a 50.0 megapixel camera (Samsung GN1) with an aperture of f/1.85 and a pixel size of 1.200. It also has a 12.0 megapixel wide angle lens with an aperture of f/2.2 and a pixel size of 1.120. On the front, there is an 8.0 megapixel selfie camera with an aperture of f/2.0 and a pixel size of 1.120. The camera has optical stabilization (OIS) for better images, and can also shoot 4K video.

The Pixel 6a also has a dual camera system on the rear. The main camera is a 12.0 megapixel Sony IMX363 Exmor RS sensor with an aperture of f/1.7 and a pixel size of 1.400. It also has a 12.0 megapixel Sony IMX386 Exmor RS wide angle lens with an aperture of f/2.2 and a pixel size of 1.250. On the front, there is an 8.0 megapixel Sony IMX355 selfie camera with an aperture of f/2.0 and a pixel size of 1.120. The camera also has optical stabilization (OIS) for better images and can shoot 4K video. There is also an ultra wide angle 114º lens and a digital zoom of 7x.

Connectivity

Both of these phones come with Bluetooth 5.2, Dual SIM, USB Host 3.0, NFC and WiFi 6 (802.11ax). They both have eSIM support, although this will only be available on certain markets, so check with your carrier.

Battery

The Google Pixel 6 is powered by a 4600mAh battery and has fast charge technology of up to 30.0W. It also supports wireless charging, although again this will be available on select markets.

The Pixel 6a, on the other hand, is powered by a 4410mAh battery and has fast charge technology of up to 18.0W. It does not support wireless charging.

Conclusion

Both the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 6a offer great specs and features in their respective price ranges. The Pixel 6 is Google’s flagship device, offering a premium design, great hardware and an impressive camera system. The Pixel 6a, on the other hand, offers a mid-range experience with good specs and features, all at a more affordable price. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and budget, and both phones offer great value for money.