Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G

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Opting to upgrade from the Pixel XL to the Pixel 4a 5G means skipping several generations. Typically, skipping several generations means you will see a big boost in performance and features, and that would certainly apply to this upgrade path. And, not only would you be getting a newer, better performing phone, but you would be getting support for 5G network connectivity. The Pixel 4a 5G is powered by a Snapdragon 765G processor with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage space. Key features of the Pixel 4a 5G include a 6.2-inch FHD+ OLED (2340 x 1080) display with HDR support and Corning Gorilla Glass 3, along with a 3,885 mAh battery with fast charging capabilities, and an 8MP selfie camera with an 83-degree field of view. The rear-camera setup includes a 12.2MP dual-pixel camera and a 16MP ultrawide camera with features that include Night Sight, Top Shot, Portrait Mode, and Portrait Light.

Price Comparison

Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G Pricing

Pixel XL prices start at $107, which is cheaper than the Pixel 4a 5G low price of $122.

Specs Comparison

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Size

Size and Weight: Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G
Size Pixel XL Pixel 4a 5G
Width 76 mm 3.0 inches 74 mm 2.9 inches
Height 155 mm 6.1 inches 154 mm 6.1 inches
Depth 9 mm 0.3 inches 8 mm 0.3 inches
Weight 168 g 5.9 ounces 168 g 5.9 ounces

Camera

Cameras: Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G
Camera Pixel XL Pixel 4a 5G
Primary 12.3 MP 12.2 MP
Resolution None 4032x3024
Aperture f/2.0
Secondary 8.0 MP
Aperture f/2.4

Screen

Screen and Display: Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G
Display Pixel XL Pixel 4a 5G
Screen Tech AMOLED None
Resolution 1440x2560 1080x2340
Screen Size 140 mm 5.5 in 158 mm 6.2 in
Pixels Per Inch 534 ppi 416 ppi

Battery

Battery and Charging: Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G
Battery Pixel XL Pixel 4a 5G
Capacity 3450 mAh 3885 mAh
USB USB-C USB-C

Processing

Processing: Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G
Processor Pixel XL Pixel 4a 5G
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 5G SM7250-AA (Nairo)
CPU Cores 4
GPU Adreno 530

Color Choices

Pixel XL

Available in 3 colors:

  • Black
  • Blue
  • Silver

Pixel 4a 5G

Available in 2 colors:

  • Black
  • White

Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G Colors

The Pixel XL introduces one new color not found in the Pixel 4a 5G color palette: White. Both the Pixel XL and Pixel 4a 5G share one color: Black. However, the Pixel XL does away with Silver and Blue, previously seen on the Pixel 4a 5G.

Storage Options

Pixel XL

Choose from 2 storage options:

  • 32GB
  • 128GB

Pixel 4a 5G

Choose from 1 storage option:

  • 128GB

Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G Storage

Both the Pixel XL and Pixel 4a 5G share one storage option: 128GB. However, the Pixel 4a 5G does not have options for 32GB, as seen on the Pixel XL.

Reviews

Pixel XL

18 reviews 4.9 stars

Pixel 4a 5G

33 reviews 4.9 stars

Pixel XL vs Pixel 4a 5G Reviews

Both the Pixel XL and Pixel 4a 5G earn 4.9 of 5.0 stars from Swappa user reviews.

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