Google Pixel 3a XL vs Samsung Galaxy A8 Star
Quick Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has better RAM than Google Pixel 3a XL. Neither of them has front Flash. In terms of display resolution, Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has better resolution of 2220 x 1080 than Google Pixel 3a XL which has resolution of 2160 x 1080. Both have the same amount of internal memory.
| Name | Google Pixel 3a XL | Samsung Galaxy A8 Star |
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6 in | 6.3 in |
| Internal Memory | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 3700 mAh |
| Camera | 12.2 MP | 24 MP + 16 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 14999 | Rs. 17599 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is July, 2019. The cost of Google Pixel 3a XL is Rs. 14999. The launch Date of the second phone is August, 2018. The cost of Samsung Galaxy A8 Star is Rs. 17599.
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL has screen size of 6 inches which falls short to Samsung Galaxy A8 Star's 6.3 inch screen. Google Pixel 3a XL has OLED Screen type where as Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has Super AMOLED Screen type. Google's phone has display density of 402 PPI & Samsung's phone has only 393 PPI display density. Google Pixel 3a XL has 18:9 aspect ratio where as Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has 18.5:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Samsung Galaxy A8 Star's larger 6 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Google Pixel 3a XL's lower 4 GB RAM. and both have same Internal Memory of 64 GB.
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A8 Star's 24 MP + 16 MP Dual Rear Camera outclasses Google Pixel 3a XL's 12.2 MP Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Samsung Galaxy A8 Star will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 24 MP Front Camera in comparison to Google Pixel 3a XL's 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version Pie 9.0 and the second one on v8.0 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Google Pixel 3a XL | Samsung Galaxy A8 Star |
| General | ||
| Sim Type | Single Sim, GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | No | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | July, 2019 | August, 2018 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 76.1 x 160.1 x 8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color OLED Screen (16M Colors) | Color Super AMOLED Screen (16M colors Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6 inches, 1080 x 2160 pixels | 6.3 inches, 1080 x 2220 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 | 18.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 402 PPI | ~ 393 PPI |
| Features | Always-on Display, Super Contrast Ratio, True Black Level, Full 24-bit Depth, D67 White Point | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Card Slot | No | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 400 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.1 | Yes |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go | USB on-the-go |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes | Yes, with A-GPS Support |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Rear | Yes |
| Face Unlock | Yes | |
| Sensors | Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyrometer, Magnetometer, Pixel Imprint: Back-mounted , Barometer, Android Sensor Hub, Haptics | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Water Resistance | No | |
| Dust Resistant | No | |
| Extra Features | eSIM Compatible, Titan M Security Module, Adaptive Battery | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 12.2 MP f/1.8 with autofocus | 24 MP + 16 MP with autofocus |
| Features | 12.2MP Dual-pixel, Night Sight, Portrait Mode | Face detection, Geo tagging, Panorama, Touch to focus |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 120/30/60 fps FHD, 720p @ 240/30/60 fps HD | 4K @ 30 fps UHD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED | Yes, Dual LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP f/2 | 24 MP |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD, 480p @ 30 fps | |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v8.0 (Oreo) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 |
| CPU | 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver | |
| GPU | Adreno 615 | Adreno 512 |
| Java | No | Yes, via 3rd party |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Multimedia | ||
| Supports | SMS, MMS, IM | MMS, Instant Messaging |
| Yes | Yes, with Push Email | |
| Music | MP3, WAV, eAAC+ | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
| Video | MP4, H.265 | MP4, WMV |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 3700 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 3700 mAh, Li-ion Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W Fast Charging | |