Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) vs Samsung Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB)
Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 3a XL vs Samsung Galaxy A04e phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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6"
OLED
OLED
1080x2160
12.2
MP
MP
8mp
4GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
3700
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
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6.5"
PLS
PLS
720x1600
13
MP
MP
5mp
4GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D)
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22 Common items in both devices |
4GB LPDDR4X |
eMMC 5.1 |
Plastic body, glass front |
60Hz |
16 million |
Only digital zoom |
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus |
+15 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight๐ฑ Model features | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Model | Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) |
Other model names | Google Pixel 3a XL G020D | Galaxy A04e SM-A042F/Dual-SIM |
Country or region available | Japan | India |
Brand | Samsung | |
Release date | 5/19/2019, Announced: 5/7/2019 | 11/7/2022, Announced: 10/21/2022 |
Depth | 8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches) | 9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 76.1 x 160.1 millimeters (3 x 6.3 in) | 75.9 x 164.2 millimeters (2.99 x 6.46 in) |
Weight | 167 grams (5.85 ounces) | 188 grams (6.58 ounces) |
Build, materials | Plastic body, glass front | Plastic body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | Not supported |
๐ฒ Display | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Display type | OLED | TFT PLS |
Screen size | 6" inches | 6.5" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~76.3% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~81.8% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1080x2160 pixels (18:9) | 720x1600 pixels (20:9) |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 402 PPI | 270 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Dragontrail Glass | Not supported |
Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
Display features | Always-On Display | Not supported |
๐ค Operating System | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
System version | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 12 |
Firmware update | Android 12 | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | One UI Core 4.1 |
โ๏ธ Processor | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 (SDM670) (10nm) | 64bit: MediaTek Helio P35 (MT6765) (12nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2GHz Kryo 360 Gold (Dual-core) 6x 1.7GHz Kryo 360 Silver (Hexa-core) | Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.3GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) 4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 615 | PowerVR GE8320 MP2 (680MHz) |
Performance (benchmark) | AnTuTu: 159110 (v7), 176612 (v8) Geekbench: 5176 (v4.4), 1307 (v5.1) GFXBench: 11fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 124469 (v9) Geekbench: 1000 (v5.4) |
๐ฝ Memory and storage | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
RAM memory | 4GB LPDDR4X | 4GB LPDDR4X |
Internal storage | 64GB (50GB available) eMMC 5.1 | 128GB (103GB available) eMMC 5.1 |
External storage | Not supported | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
๐ถ Mobile networks | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Dual-SIM | Not supported | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot) |
SIM card | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 600/75 Mbps | 150/50 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 | UMTS 850/900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat11/5 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 21, 26, 28) TD-LTE (38, 41) VoLTE | LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE |
Secondary 2G network | Not supported | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | UMTS 850/900/2100 |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE |
Secondary data network | Not supported | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE |
๐ท Camera | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | 12.2 megapixels | (dual camera) 13 megapixels 2MP depth f/2.4 |
Main camera resolution | 4032x3024 pixels | 4128x3096 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | Dual-LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.8 (aperture) | f/2.2 (aperture) |
Focal length | 28mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/2.55" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.4ยตm pixel | feature not registered |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | HDR photo on both cameras |
Camera extras | 1080p@120fps | feature not registered |
๐ธ Front camera | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 8 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 3264x2448 pixels | 2592x1944 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | Full HD (1920x1080) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | f/2.2 (aperture) |
Focal length | 24mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.12ยตm pixel | feature not registered |
๐ Sound and multimedia | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Stereo sound | Mono sound (not stereo) |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | 2 microphones or more |
Radio | Not supported | FM |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
๐ Connectivity | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | USB Type-C (reversible) |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 5.0 + A2DP/LE |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Not supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou |
NFC | Supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
๐งญ Sensors | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Face unlock Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
๐ Battery | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 3700 mAh | 5000 mAh |
Charger, watts | 18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging USB Power Delivery 2.0 | 10W Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | Not supported | Not supported |
Talk time autonomy | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
โ Other features | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | โข Colors: Just Black, Clearly White, Purple-ish โข FeliCa | โข Colors: Black, Light Blue, Copper |
โข๏ธ Radiation rate | ||
Google Pixel 3a XL (G020D) | Galaxy A04e (SM-A042F/DS 128GB) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | 1.2W/kg (head), 1.06W/kg (body) | 0.38W/kg (head) |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | 0.96W/kg (head), 1.01W/kg (body) | 0.29W/kg (head), 1.11W/kg (body) |