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Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS) vs Samsung Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)

Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 6a vs Samsung Galaxy A51 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy A51 X Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS) 21Points
6.1"
OLED

1080x2400

12.2
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

4410
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
13Points Samsung Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN) Compare Google Pixel 6a X
6.5"
AMOLED

1080x2400

48
MP

32mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

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

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Pixel 6a (GX7AS)} 21 Advantages Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS) vs Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)} 13 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
+2.8GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)28%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.3GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)
+6GB LPDDR5Advantage
This RAM type is better and more efficient.
vs6GB LPDDR4X
+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.1
+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+HDR8Advantage
The HDR8 display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+431 PPI6%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs405 PPI
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+f/1.7 (aperture)18%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.0 (aperture)
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE-A
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps4 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsVirtual proximity sensor
+4410 mAh10%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs4000 mAh
+18W20%
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.
vs15W
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+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
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
178 grams (6.23 ounces)vs+172 grams (6.02 ounces)3%
Lighter
8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)vs+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)13%
Thinner
OLEDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
6.1"vs+6.5"7%
Larger screen
(dual camera) 12.2MP + 12MPvs+(quad camera) 48MP + 12MP + 5MP + 5MP189%
Higher resolution main camera
1/2.55" inchesvs+1/2" inches28%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
(front) 8MPvs+(front) 32MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

21 Common items in both devices
128GB (103GB available) / 128GB (107GB available)
60Hz
16 million
1080x2400 pixels
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras
+14 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
ModelPixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Other model namesPixel 6a GX7AS (AT&T, T-Mobile)Samsung Galaxy A51 SM-A515F/DSN
Country or region availableCanadaUSAIndiaSingaporeTaiwan
Canada, USA, India, Singapore, Taiwan
(Europe)(Global, International)United Arab EmiratesPakistanTaiwan
(Europe), (Global, International), United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Taiwan
BrandGoogleSamsung
Release date7/21/2022, Announced: 5/11/202212/16/2019, Announced: 12/12/2019
Depth8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)71.8 x 152.2 millimeters (2.83 x 5.99 in)73.6 x 158.5 millimeters (2.9 x 6.24 in)
Weight178 grams (6.23 ounces)172 grams (6.02 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass front, plastic backPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30minNot supported

📲 Display

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Display typeOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size6.1" inches6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~82.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~87.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)431 PPI405 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display features505nits[typ], 876nits[peak]
HDR8
Always-On Display
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
System versionAndroid 12Android 10
Firmware updateAndroid 13Android 13
User Interfacefeature not registeredOne UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0

⚙️ Processor

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Chipset64bit: Google Tensor (5nm)64bit: Samsung Exynos 9611 (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:
4x 2.3GHz ARM Cortex-A73 (Quad-core)
4x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G78 MP20ARM Mali-G72 MP3 (850MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 702380 (v9)feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR56GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage128GB (103GB available)
UFS 3.1
128GB (107GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageNot supportedUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1024 Mbps600/150 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 networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 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, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
VoLTE
LTE Cat12/13 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkSA/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 networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE 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 networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE

📷 Camera

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
12.2 megapixels
12MP ultrawide f/2.217mm114°1.25µm
(quad camera)
48 megapixels
12MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1.12µm
5MP telephoto f/2.440mm
5MP depth f/2.21/5.0"1.12µm
Main camera resolution4032x3024 pixels8000x6000 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length27mm lens26mm lens
Sensor size1/2.55" inches1/2" inches
Pixel size1.4µm pixel0.8µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras1080p@240fps
Sony IMX363 sensor
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Front camera (secondary)8 megapixels32 megapixels
Front camera resolution3264x2448 pixels6528x4896 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length24mm lens26mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.8" inches
Pixel size1.12µm pixel0.8µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
LoudspeakerStereo soundSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
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 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
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)Not supported
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, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Virtual proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity4410 mAh4000 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
15W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
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: Charcoal black, Chalk white, Sage green• Colors: Prism, Crush Black, White, Blue, Pink

☢️ Radiation rate

Google Pixel 6a (GX7AS)Galaxy A51 (SM-A515F/DSN)
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)0.369W/kg (head), 1.59W/kg (body)
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