Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS) vs Motorola StarTAC 85

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Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 6a vs Motorola StarTAC 85 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/23/2022 8:02 AM, updated: 6/6/2025 6:33 PM

Compare Motorola StarTAC 85 X Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS) 35Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.1"
OLED

1080x2400

12.2
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

4410
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points Motorola StarTAC 85 Compare Google Pixel 6a X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

1.5"
MONO

4x15

N/A

1MB
RAM

Single-core

500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)

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35 Advantages Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	vs	2 Advantages Motorola StarTAC 85
+6GB LPDDR56143 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1MB SDRAM
+128GB (103GB available)108003300 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	1KB
+UFS 3.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	Flash (EEPROM)
+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)158% Thinner	vs	23 millimeters (0.91 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body
+OLEDAdvantage OLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	Monochromatic
+HDR8Advantage The HDR8 display provides vibrant colors and more details	vs	Not supported
+16 million7999998 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	2
+1080x2400 pixels43199 times Higher resolution screen	vs	4x15 pixels
+431 PPI42 times Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	10 PPI
+6.1"3 times Larger screen	vs	1.5"
+(dual camera) 12.2MP + 12MPAdvantage With a camera you can take pictures anywhere	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)349999 times More apps available to download and use	vs	10 apps
+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster	vs	2G GSM
+(5G Sub6) 3000 MbpsAdvantage Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G GSM)
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device	vs	Not supported
+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Compass, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope, Barometer, Hall effect, Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+4410 mAh8 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	500 mAh
+18W3 times 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.	vs	4.8W
+Hands-free callingAdvantage Hands-free calling is useful when you are driving and on other occasions	vs	Not supported
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage Best output for headset	vs	Not supported
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
+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	vs	Not supported
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	Not supported
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
178 grams (6.23 ounces)	vs	+112 grams (3.92 ounces)59% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+NiMH (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

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📱 Model features
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
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Model	Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	StarTAC 85
Other model names	Pixel 6a GX7AS (AT&T, T-Mobile)	Motorola Star TAC 85 (S5776EBD)
Country or region available	Canada, USA, India, Singapore, Taiwan	(Global, International)
Brand	Google	Motorola
Release date	7/21/2022, Announced: 5/11/2022	1/1/1997
Depth	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	23 millimeters (0.91 inches)
Size (width x height)	71.8 x 152.2 millimeters (2.83 x 5.99 in)	57 x 98 millimeters (2.24 x 3.86 in)
Weight	178 grams (6.23 ounces)	112 grams (3.92 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back	Plastic body
Protection against water and others	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min	Not supported
📲 Display
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Display type	OLED	Monochromatic
Screen size	6.1" inches	1.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~82.2% (screen-to-body ratio)	~6.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	4x15 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Not supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)	431 PPI	10 PPI
Colors	16 million	2
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	505nits[typ], 876nits[peak] HDR8 Always-On Display	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
System version	Android 12	Proprietary OS
Firmware update	Android 16	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Chipset	64bit: Google Tensor (5nm)	16bit
CPU	Octa-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)	Single-core, 1 processor: Single-core
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-G78 MP20 (848MHz)	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 702380 (v9)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
RAM memory	6GB LPDDR5	1MB SDRAM
Internal storage	128GB (103GB available) UFS 3.1	1KB Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Not supported	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3000/1024 Mbps	feature not registered
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Mono-Band 900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	Not supported
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 12.2 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.217mm114°1.25µm	Not supported
Main camera resolution	4032x3024 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	Not supported
Flash	Dual-LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.7 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	27mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.55" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.4µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	1080p@240fps Sony IMX363 sensor	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	24mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	feature not registered
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	feature not registered
🔌 Connectivity
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
USB	USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	Not supported
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	Not supported
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.2 + A2DP/LE	Not supported
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	Not supported
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS	Not supported
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Not supported
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	NiMH (Removable)
Battery capacity	4410 mAh	500 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 3.0	4.8W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	3.8 hours
Standby	feature not registered	75 hours (3.1 days)
➕ Other features
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Not supported
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS
Hands-free calling	Supported	Not supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Monophonic
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	Not supported
Antenna	Internal antenna	External retractable antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Charcoal black, Chalk white, Sage green	• Colors: Black • 16 Languages • Phonebook with 100 entries • Call records 10 dialed, 5 received, 5 missed calls
☢️ Radiation rate
	Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)	Motorola StarTAC 85
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.18W/kg (head), 1.19W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.99W/kg (head), 1.31W/kg (body)	feature not registered