Samsung S21 FE 5G (2023) vs Google Pixel 8a
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Google Tensor G3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4", AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.1", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+8MP+12MP/32MP | 64MP+13MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4492 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Google Tensor G3 | ||
| Display | 6.4", AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.1", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+8MP+12MP/32MP | 64MP+13MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 4500 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 | Graphite, Navy, Lavender | Aloe, Bay, Porcelain, Obsidian | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | July 05, 2023 | May 07, 2024 | ||
| Availability | July 05, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹49,999 | ₹52,999 | ||
| Colors | Graphite, Navy, Lavender | Aloe, Bay, Porcelain, Obsidian | ||
| Launch | July 05, 2023 | May 07, 2024 | ||
| Availability | July 05, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹49,999 | ₹52,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 8a
| Type | AMOLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.4 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 | 403 ppi | 430 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 2000 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.4 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 | 403 ppi | 430 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 2000 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung S21 FE 5G (2023)
| Weight | 177 grams | 188 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 177 grams | 188 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Google Pixel 8a
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 888 | Tensor G3 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Nona-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year | 7 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 888 | Tensor G3 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Nona-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year | 7 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung S21 FE 5G (2023)
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 64 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Auto HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Auto HDR, Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | OIS | ||
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 64 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Auto HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Auto HDR, Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | OIS |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Tie
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Auto-HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30fps, gyro-EIS | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Auto-HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30fps, gyro-EIS |
Battery
Winner:Samsung S21 FE 5G (2023)
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 4492 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 18 w | ||
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 4492 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 18 w |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Tie
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Samsung DeX, Samsung Pay, X-Axis Linear Motor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features | Best Take, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur | |||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Samsung DeX, Samsung Pay, X-Axis Linear Motor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features | Best Take, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur |
