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Samsung Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB) vs Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) vs Google Pixel 8a phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Google Pixel 8a X Samsung Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB) 08Points
6"
AMOLED

1080x2220

16
MP

16mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3500
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
27Points Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) X
6.1"
OLED

1080x2400

64
MP

13mp

8GB
RAM

Nona-core

4492
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)} 8 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB) vs Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)} 27 Advantages Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)7%
Thinner
vs8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsOLED
+f/1.7 (aperture)12%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/1.9 (aperture)
+(dual front camera) 16MP + 8MP87%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 13MP
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
2.2GHz 64bit Octa-corevs+2.91GHz 64bit Nona-core (4nm)44%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
4GB LPDDR4vs+8GB LPDDR5X100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64GB (51GB available)vs+128GB (101GB available)98%
More internal storage for applications and files
eMMC 5.1vs+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
191 grams (6.69 ounces)vs+189 grams (6.62 ounces)1%
Lighter
Not supportedvs+HDR8Advantage
The HDR8 display provides vibrant colors and more details
60Hzvs+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
1080x2220 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels8%
Higher resolution screen
411 PPIvs+431 PPI5%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
6"vs+6.1"2%
Larger screen
(back) 16MPvs+(dual camera) 64MP + 13MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
1/2.8" inchesvs+1/1.73" inches62%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
Full HD (1920x1080)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 9.0 Pievs+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
4G LTE-Avs+5G mmWaveAdvantage
The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbpsvs+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps7 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
3500 mAhvs+4492 mAh28%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]vs+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
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
5.0 + A2DP/LEvs+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Govs+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.

25 Common items in both devices
Aluminum frame, glass front/back / Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back
16 million
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
HDR photo on both cameras / HDR photo/video on both cameras
Capacitive
Multitouch
+18 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
ModelGalaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
Other model namesGalaxy A8 Plus SM-A730F/Dual-Sim (4GB RAM)Google Pixel 8a G8HHN (Verizon)
Country or region available(Global, International)Brazil
(Global, International), Brazil
USA
USA
BrandSamsungGoogle
Release date1/6/20185/14/2024, Announced: 5/7/2024
Depth8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)75.7 x 159.9 millimeters (2.98 x 6.3 in)72.7 x 152.1 millimeters (2.86 x 5.99 in)
Weight191 grams (6.69 ounces)189 grams (6.62 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/backAluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min

📲 Display

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDOLED
Screen size6" inches6.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~75.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~81.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2220 pixels (18.5:9)1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)411 PPI431 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 4Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Display featuresNot supported2000nits[peak]
HDR8
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
System versionAndroid 7.1.1 NougatAndroid 14
Firmware updateAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 15
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
Chipset64bit: Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7885 (14nm)64bit: Google Tensor G3 (4nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.2GHz ARM Cortex-A73 (Dual-core)
6x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Hexa-core)
Nona-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.91GHz ARM Cortex-X3 (Single-core)
4x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A715 (Quad-core)
4x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G71 MP2ARM Mali-G715 MP7 (890MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 1193525 (v10)
Geekbench: 4384 (v6)

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR48GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage64GB (51GB available)
eMMC 5.1
128GB (101GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload600/75 Mbps5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
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 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat11 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 41, 48)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78)
mmWave (260, 261)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 41, 48)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave

📷 Camera

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
Back camera (main camera)16 megapixels(dual camera)
64 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.2120°1.12µm
Main camera resolution4608x3456 pixels10120x6328 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)26mm (lens)
Sensor size1/2.8" inches1/1.73" inches
Pixel size1.12µm pixel0.8µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60/120/240fps

📸 Front camera

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
Front camera (secondary)(dual front camera)
16 megapixels
8MP wide f/1.91/4"1.12µm24mm
13 megapixels
Front camera resolution4608x3456 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length27mm (lens)20mm (lens)
Sensor size1/3.1" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, MKV, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+, WMA, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE5.3 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity3500 mAh4492 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging18W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supported7.5W Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy23 hoursfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
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: Black, Gray, Gold, Blue
• Samsung DeX (desktop experience)
• Samsung Pay
• Always-on display
• 24-bit/192kHz audio
• Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe
• Google Cast

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy A8+ 2018 (SM-A730F/DS 64GB/4GB)Google Pixel 8a (G8HHN 128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.11W/kg (head), 0.99W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.32W/kg (head), 1.3W/kg (body)1W/kg (head), 1.12W/kg (body)
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