Product Comparison: Google Pixel 3 vs Google Pixel 3A


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Google Pixel 3 Unlocked Mobile Phone
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Google Pixel 3A Unlocked Mobile Phone
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General Specifications
Brand
Google
Google
Model
Pixel 3
Pixel 3A
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Meet the Google Pixel 3. Capture the perfect shot every time, get things done with the Google Assistant, enjoy an all-day battery, and more. A camera so good it deserves unlimited storage. Get everyone in the picture with Group Selfies—no selfie stick required.
You’ll never want to use your flash again. Night Sight lets you capture rich detail and colour, even in the dark. Capture beautiful portraits that focus on your subject as the background fades into a blur.
Size & Weight
Height
5.74 in.
5.96 in.
Width
2.7 in.
2.76 in.
Depth
0.31 in.
0.32 in.
Weight
5.22 oz.
5.19 oz.
Display
Display Type
P-OLED
OLED
Screen Size
5.5 in.
5.6 in.
Screen Resolution
2160 x 1080
2220 x 1080
Pixel Density
443 ppi
441 ppi
What customers say about "Display"
Google Pixel 3 Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • The Pixel 3 has a beautiful display that is plenty bright.
  • Has a larger and better display than my old smartphone.
  • Display is great solid vibrant colors.
  • Reliable fingerprint sensor. Good display.
  • Great and clean display! I like it and recommend.
Google Pixel 3A Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Screen display is nice and bright with great colour.
  • Has a very nice display vibrant and colors really good.
  • Great phone. Good display.
  • Works and looks just as new. Clear screen.
  • The screen is way too dim. This is one of the worst displays I've ever had.
Processor
Processor Name
Shapdragon 845
Snapdragon 670
Number of Cores
8
8
Processor Speed
2.5 GHz
2 GHz
What customers say about "Processor"
Google Pixel 3 Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Has lightening fast processor!
  • The Snapdragon 845 processor performs well.
  • This is a pretty fast phone with good processor.
  • It's very fast for the average user in my opinion. Good CPU on this one.
  • Very smoothly and fast with this processor.
Google Pixel 3A Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • It's smooth and fast and looks very smart.
  • I love Google Pixels. Fast processor.
  • Beautiful fast phone, excellent.
  • I find the phone to be smooth and fast.
  • There are many things about this phone that I really like. Chip is fast.
Memory
Internal Memory
64 GB
64 GB
RAM
4 GB
4 GB
Camera
Rear-Facing Camera
12.2 MP
12.2 MP
Front-Facing Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Video Resolution
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30fps
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps
Other Functions
Dual-LED flash, auto-HDR, Panorama
Dual-LED flash, HDR, Panorama, PDAF, OIS
What customers say about "Camera"
Google Pixel 3 Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Camera. The best hands down. The main reason I upgraded.
  • It takes super clear high quality pictures!
  • The camera is absolutely amazing. Pictures come out exactly how things look in real life, if not better.
  • I am so impressed by the camera on this phone.
  • The camera and video become very choppy.
Google Pixel 3A Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • The camera is superb, and Night Sight works like a charm.
  • The best camera in this price range.
  • The camera, especially with night sight, is the highlight.
  • The best phone I've ever owned. Camera is really great.
  • Quality of camera is good. Perfect for my needs.
Compatibility
Bluetooth
5.0
5.0
NFC Technology
Yes
Yes
Charging Interface
USB Type C
USB Type C
Network
Network Type
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency
800, 850, 900, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100
800, 850, 900, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100
Features
Operating System
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Unlocked
Yes
Yes
Voice Control App
Google Assistant
Google Assistant
Mobile Payment Service Supported
Yes
Yes
Maximum Usage Time
15 hours
9 hours
Headphone Jack
No
Yes
Water Resistant
Yes
No
Extras
Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Group selfie cam, Motion Auto-Focus
Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer
What customers say about "Features"
Google Pixel 3 Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • I haven't had any issues at all with the phone features/functionality.
  • Great picture quality, sincs with all Google features.
  • Their Pixel feature drops are amazing. Vanilla/stock Android stability is great.
  • Has good features for all my needs. I like it.
  • Recommended device with great features!
Google Pixel 3A Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • It has so many features that after 3 months I’m still exploring it.
  • It has lots of nifty handy features.
  • Specifically the portrait mode is an excellent feature where two photos are taken and one of them focuses on the centre object.
  • The features and software is pure bliss.
  • I like the locking features on this phone - fingerprint scanning and also a lock screen with dot pattern.
Power
Battery Capacity
2915 mA/h
3000 mA/h
Wireless Charging
Yes
No
What customers say about "Power"
Google Pixel 3 Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Battery life is great. Perfect phone.
  • Battery life was a big concern of mine prior to buying the phone. This is awesome choice.
  • The battery life is quite good and I haven't had any issues.
  • Wonderful camera, battery life and quick charge better than expected.
  • Great picture quality, good battery life, clean Android interface.
Google Pixel 3A Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • The battery is lasting far longer than one day with moderate use.
  • The most surprising thing is the battery is good.
  • The battery is pretty good.
  • Phone size is just right. Battery lasts one day.
  • It's a nice size and feels solid. Battery life is very good.
Accessories
Included With Unit
SIM Eject Pin, Pixel USB-C earbuds, USB-C to 3.5mm headphone adapter, USB Power Adapter, USB-C cable, Quick switch adapter
SIM Eject Pin, Quick switch adapter, Charger, USB Type С Cable
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link


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