Product Comparison: Google Pixel 4a vs Google Pixel 3A XL


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Google Pixel 4a Unlocked Mobile Phone
Google Pixel 4a Unlocked Mobile Phone
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Google Pixel 3A XL Unlocked Mobile Phone
Google Pixel 3A XL Unlocked Mobile Phone
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General Specifications
Brand
Google
Google
Model
Pixel 4a
Pixel 3A XL
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Meet Pixel 4a, the Google phone at a helpful price. It comes packed with the things that you want most in a phone, and all the helpful experiences that you expect from Google. You can take great photos, in any light – even capture the Milky Way.
Get more done with Pixel 3A. It has an extraordinary camera with features like night sight, portrait mode, and HDR+. a battery that charges fast and lasts all day. All the helpfulness of the Google assistant built in.
Size & Weight
Height
5.67 in.
6.3 in.
Width
2.73 in.
3 in.
Depth
0.32 in.
0.32 in.
Weight
5.04 oz.
5.89 oz.
Display
Display Type
OLED
OLED
Screen Size
5.81 in.
6 in.
Screen Resolution
2340 x 1080
2160 x 1080
Pixel Density
443 ppi
402 ppi
What customers say about "Display"
Google Pixel 4a Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • The OLED screen is impressively sharp.
  • The screen is dense enough for me to not notice any pixels.
  • Screen is lovely. Size is a reason to buy.
  • The screen is absolutely fine, it’s bright.
  • Has a gorgeous screen and colours.
Google Pixel 3A XL Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • The display is nice. I recommend.
  • OLED screen, always on display.
  • Beautiful display for the price.
  • The screen display has three settings for color: natural, boosted, and adaptive.
  • Vibrant color display, and is easy to use.
Processor
Processor Name
Snapdragon 730G
Snapdragon 670
Number of Cores
8
8
Processor Speed
2.2 GHz
2.0 GHz
What customers say about "Processor"
Google Pixel 4a Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • It is smooth enough to think it is fast enough.
  • Fast processor. Great product.
  • The phone runs really well, it’s smooth and fast.
  • It's good looking, fast chip.
  • The processor is fast, no bloatware, or ads in the apps.
Google Pixel 3A XL Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • It's fast, a good size, and decent looking.
  • Super fast. Great phone.
  • It's extremely fast and responsive.
  • It feels fast, it looks great.
  • This phone is very fast and clean.
Memory
Internal Memory
128 GB
64 GB
RAM
6 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
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps
Other Functions
LED flash, auto-HDR, Panorama, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Dual-LED flash, HDR, Panorama
What customers say about "Camera"
Google Pixel 4a Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • If you are looking for phones for camera, I think this is it.
  • Good points. It's light and the camera is great.
  • Camera consistently takes fantastic quality photos.
  • The camera is fantastic. Recommended.
  • The camera is great for the price.
Google Pixel 3A XL Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Low cost, incredible camera.
  • Most importantly, the camera is awesome.
  • Photos are not blurry so far and super clear.
  • Best phone I've ever had. Best camera.
  • The worst is the camera varying degrees of terrible.
Compatibility
Bluetooth
5.0
5.0
NFC Technology
Yes
Yes
Charging Interface
USB Type C
USB Type C
Network
Network Type
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency
850, 900, 1800, 1900, 2100
800, 850, 900, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100
Features
Operating System
Android 10
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Unlocked
Yes
Yes
Voice Control App
Google Assistant
Google Assistant
Mobile Payment Service Supported
Yes
Yes
Maximum Usage Time
9 hours
25 hours
Headphone Jack
Yes
Yes
Water Resistant
No
No
Extras
Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer
Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer
What customers say about "Features"
Google Pixel 4a Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Google services and features and runs them all perfectly.
  • The speaker is fine. Would recommend.
  • Works perfect for me. Good features.
  • Comes with a lots of features.
  • Device with nice features for my needs!
Google Pixel 3A XL Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Has so many features and the night sight is cool.
  • I absolutely love this phone! Love the fingerprint security feature.
  • Great phone and features.
  • I love the call screening feature, allowing you to reject spam.
  • I bought this for the familiarity and features.
Power
Battery Capacity
3140 mA/h
3700 mA/h
Wireless Charging
No
No
What customers say about "Power"
Google Pixel 4a Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • Descent battery life with a fast charger.
  • Mine has given great battery life in the week I've had it so far.
  • Performance is very good and battery life equally excellent.
  • Battery seems very good for the size.
  • Very happy at this price point. Good battery life on this.
Google Pixel 3A XL Unlocked Mobile Phone
  • The battery life has been great.
  • Battery life is great. I recommend.
  • Battery life is great, no complaints.
  • Super fast, great camera, best battery life.
  • The battery last all day under heavy use.
Accessories
Included With Unit
SIM Eject Pin, Quick switch adapter, Charger, USB Type С Cable
SIM Eject Pin, Earphones, Charger, Quick switch adapter, USB Type С Cable, USB-C to 3.5mm headphone adapter
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
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