Google Pixel 8a vs. Pixel 8
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- 01 Jun 2024
Pumpino, 01 Jun 2024Except many sources have suggested that the 8a is the last ... moreWhat are those sources? Anyway, the rumor seems a little far-fetched. Google had already launched XL devices years ago and there was also a Pixel 3a XL. It is still too early to draw conclusions. But the Pixel 'a' series is great and I bet Google won't kill it. I'm sure Google also loves the Pixel 'a' series and that's why it releases exclusive colors for those devices. Samsung is more likely to eliminate its FE series or Apple its SE series.
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- Anonymous
- Jvg
- 01 Jun 2024
Pumpino, 01 Jun 2024I don't need much storage space, so wipe the egg off y... moreIt's literally impossible not to need more storage space, especially since there's no microSD slot. But I guarantee that for your next Pixel you won't just want 128GB of storage. I plan to keep mine for 7 years until 2031 or maybe even longer, so I think good storage is important.
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- 01 Jun 2024
RaviSS, 31 May 2024In the end, it all comes down to "value for money"... moreNot to mention that in this very moment,in the Netherlands the 8 is cheaper than the 8a
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- 01 Jun 2024
Anonymous, 01 Jun 2024Both devices are extraordinarily cool. It really comes down... moreRight now,in Netherlands the pixel 8 is cheaper than the 8a :))
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- 01 Jun 2024
Is absolutely lame to see rn in Netherlands the pixel 8 being CHEAPER than the 8a :))
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- 01 Jun 2024
Anonymous, 01 Jun 2024Both devices are extraordinarily cool. It really comes down... moreExcept many sources have suggested that the 8a is the last in the A series and that three models will be released in unison in October - the Pixel 9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL. The vanilla Pixel 9 will basically be the 9a.
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- 01 Jun 2024
Anonymous, 01 Jun 2024For the money you paid, you would have gotten 256GB on the ... moreI don't need much storage space, so wipe the egg off your face.
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- Jvg
- 01 Jun 2024
Both devices are extraordinarily cool. It really comes down to price and the Pixel 8a with 256GB and a price tag of $559 is the clear winner. 128GB storage is not ideal if you want to take advantage of 7 years of software updates. The bezels aren't really a problem and give it a "retro" look, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. The Pixel 'a' series isn't going away and is still the best of the amazing #TeamPixel
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- Anonymous
- Jvg
- 01 Jun 2024
YourLocalPhoneCritic, 31 May 2024Long story short: - NOW: 8 ---> because it has better v... moreIn short, you are the biggest Samsung fan. The Samsung A series is horrible and complete garbage. If you want a device that is also literally a brick with mediocre cameras and software, then the Samsung Galaxy is what you need.
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- Anonymous
- Jvg
- 01 Jun 2024
Pumpino, 31 May 2024It did for sure. It has a smaller screen but larger dimensi... moreFor the money you paid, you would have gotten 256GB on the Pixel 8a. When you run out of storage space in less than 7 years you will realize that you once again made the wrong decision by trying to save money on a device that is significantly more expensive.
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- JHk
- 01 Jun 2024
It's crazy that Google is using a worse demosaicing algorithm at 2x for the Pixel 8a. Otherwise, the Pixel 8a likely would be better than the Pixel 8 at 2x in good light conditions due to the higher resolution and higher equivalent focal length. So Google just used a worse algorithm in order to produce more demosaicing artifacts and subsequently less detail.
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- Anonymous
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- 01 Jun 2024
I'd buy the Pixel 8 for the slimmer bezels alone, not to mention the absolutely terrible rounded corners on the Pixel 8a display. It just looks bad when in use, since plenty of buttons in apps will be cutoff.
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- RaviSS
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- 31 May 2024
In the end, it all comes down to "value for money" and in my view, the VFM factor is roughly similar for both the phones at their MSRP. So, my recommendation would be:
- If the 8a is selling at more than 3/4th of the price of 8, better get the 8.
- If the 8a is selling between 2/3rd and 3/4th of the price of 8, then 8a can be considered, provided you can live with the bigger bezels and slow charging. If either of these is a dealbreaker, then 8 would be a better choice.
- If 8a is selling less than 2/3rd of 8, 8a is a better deal (though this is not going to happen anytime soon, if ever).
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- 31 May 2024
Anonymous, 31 May 2024Did Google purposely made the bezels on the 8a look horribl... moreIt did for sure. It has a smaller screen but larger dimensions than the 8.
For me, the huge bezels and slow charging speed immediately ruled out the 8a, and I bought the 8 on sale. It's the best phone I've owned. Seeing its charging speed compared to my 6a reinforced that I made the right decision.
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- YourLocalPhoneCritic
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- 31 May 2024
Long story short:
- NOW: 8 ---> because it has better value.
- LATER: 8a ---> Will go down in price to $350-375 (just like the Pixel 7a right now) but that will be ~10 months from now according to most price trackers.
- If you're in the US (& don't have $500 but need a phone now) ---> Get Galaxy A35/A54
- If you're outside the US ---> Get Galaxy A55
I don't recommend going for the Pixel 7a due to it's unacceptable battery life.
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- Anonymous
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- 31 May 2024
Did Google purposely made the bezels on the 8a look horrible? Because it does, and even entry level xiaomi and Oppo phones looks better.