Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Google Pixel 8a
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Beebom Score
77
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Google Tensor G3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz | 6.1", Full HD+ OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12.2MP+10MP/12MP | 64MP+13MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4492 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Google Tensor G3 | ||
| Display | 6.1", Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz | 6.1", Full HD+ OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12.2MP+10MP/12MP | 64MP+13MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4492 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Battery, Multimedia, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Performance, Display and Gaming | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Battery, Multimedia, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Performance, Display and Gaming |
General
| Colors | Cream, Green, Lavender, Phantom Black | Aloe, Bay, Porcelain, Obsidian | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | February 01, 2023 | May 07, 2024 | ||
| Availability | February 17, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹74,999 | ₹52,999 | ||
| Colors | Cream, Green, Lavender, Phantom Black | Aloe, Bay, Porcelain, Obsidian | ||
| Launch | February 01, 2023 | May 07, 2024 | ||
| Availability | February 17, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹74,999 | ₹52,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 8a
| Type | Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Full HD+ OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 425 ppi | 430 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits | 2000 nits | ||
| Type | Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Full HD+ OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 425 ppi | 430 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits | 2000 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Weight | 168 grams | 188 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP67 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers (tuned by AKG) | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 168 grams | 188 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP67 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers (tuned by AKG) | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Tensor G3 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Nano-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6 | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 | 7 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Tensor G3 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Nano-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6 | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 | 7 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 64 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12.2 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | |||
| Features | Auto-HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | Auto HDR, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Panorama, Dual LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS, Stereo Sound Recording | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS | ||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 64 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12.2 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | |||
| Features | Auto-HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | Auto HDR, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Panorama, Dual LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS, Stereo Sound Recording | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 8a
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Dual Video Call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+ | Auto-HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Dual Video Call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+ | Auto-HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 4492 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 18 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | ||
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 4492 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 18 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & e-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | CDMA, GSM, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & e-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | CDMA, GSM, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
Winner:Tie
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | Magic Editor, Best Take, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrometer, Barometer | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | Magic Editor, Best Take, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrometer, Barometer |
