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Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB) vs Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)

Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 6 Pro vs Google Pixel 3a XL phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Google Pixel 3a XL X Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB) 28Points
6.7"
AMOLED

1440x3120

50
MP

11.1mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

5003
mAh

(Non removable)

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04Points Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A) Compare Google Pixel 6 Pro X
6"
OLED

1080x2160

12.2
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3700
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)

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Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)} 28 Advantages Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB) vs Pixel 3a XL (G020A)} 4 Advantages Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
+2.8GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)26%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)
+12GB LPDDR52 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs4GB LPDDR4X
+256GB (220GB available)3 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64GB (50GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.1
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1440x3120 pixels93%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x2160 pixels
+513 PPI28%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs402 PPI
+6.7"12%
Larger screen
vs6"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 48MP + 12MP8 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 12.2MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+1/1.31" inches95%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/2.55" inches
+(front) 11.1MP39%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 8MP
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 13Advantage
Android 13 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 12
+5G mmWaveAdvantage
The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE-A
+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps7 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5003 mAh35%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3700 mAh
+30W67%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs18W
+Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)Advantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
vsNot supported
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs5.0 + A2DP/LE
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
210 grams (7.35 ounces)vs+167 grams (5.85 ounces)26%
Lighter
8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)vs+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)9%
Thinner
f/1.9 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores

22 Common items in both devices
AMOLED / OLED
16 million
Dual-LED flash
LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus
OIS: Optical stabilization
HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras
4K UHD (3840x2160)
+15 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
ModelPixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Other model namesPixel 6 Pro G8V0U (5G UW-Ultra Wideband)Google Pixel 3a XL G020A (Verizon Wireless)
Country or region availableAustraliaUSA
Australia, USA
USA
USA
BrandGoogleGoogle
Release date10/28/2021, Announced: 10/19/20215/19/2019, Announced: 5/7/2019
Depth8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)75.9 x 163.9 millimeters (2.99 x 6.45 in)76.1 x 160.1 millimeters (3 x 6.3 in)
Weight210 grams (7.35 ounces)167 grams (5.85 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass Victus
Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantNot supported

📲 Display

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Display typeAMOLEDOLED
Screen size6.7" inches6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~88.6% (screen-to-body ratio)~76.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1440x3120 pixels (19.5:9)1080x2160 pixels (18:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)513 PPI402 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass VictusDragontrail Glass
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display featuresHDR10+
Always-On Display
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
System versionAndroid 12Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware updateAndroid 13Android 12
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Chipset64bit: Google Tensor (5nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 (SDM670) (10nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
2x 2.8GHz ARM Cortex-X1 (Dual-core)
2x 2.25GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Dual-core)
4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz Kryo 360 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.7GHz Kryo 360 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G78 MP20Qualcomm Adreno 615
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 585485 (v8), 719815 (v9)
Geekbench: 2831 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 39 fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
AnTuTu: 159110 (v7), 176612 (v8)
Geekbench: 5176 (v4.4), 1307 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 11fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR54GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage256GB (220GB available)
UFS 3.1
64GB (50GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload5000/1024 Mbps600/75 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
VoLTE
LTE Cat11/5 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78)
mmWave (257, 258, 260, 261)
Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWaveGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWaveNot supported

📷 Camera

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
48MP telephoto f/3.5104mm1/2"0.8µmPDAFOIS4x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.217mm114°1.25µm
12.2 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length25mm lens28mm lens
Sensor size1/1.31" inches1/2.55" inches
Pixel size1.2µm pixel1.4µm pixel
AutofocusLDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@120/240fps (slow motion)
1080p@120fps

📸 Front camera

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Front camera (secondary)11.1 megapixels8 megapixels
Front camera resolution4064x2724 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length20mm lens24mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel size1.22µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
LoudspeakerStereo soundStereo sound
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity5003 mAh3700 mAh
Charger, watts30W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless charging23W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)
Reverse wireless charging
Not supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Stormy Black, Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny• Colors: Just Black, Clearly White, Purple-ish

☢️ Radiation rate

Google Pixel 6 Pro (G8V0U 256GB)Google Pixel 3a XL (G020A)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.19W/kg (head), 0.98W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered1.39W/kg (head), 0.9W/kg (body)
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