Pixel 5a 5G vs Pixel 6 Pro
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Google released the Pixel 5a in August 2021 and released the Pixel 6 Pro a few months later, in October 2021. The Pixel 5a launched with Android 11, and the Pixel 6 Pro launched with Android 12. Based on Google’s update promise, the Pixel 5a will receive Android version updates and security updates through at least August 2024. The Pixel 6 Pro will receive Android version updates through at least October 2024 and security updates through at least October 2026.
Price Comparison
Pixel 5a 5G vs Pixel 6 Pro Pricing
Specs Comparison
The Pixel 5a specs include an always-on 6.34-inch FHD+ OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G with Octa-Core processor, Adreno 620, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, the Titan M security module, and Pixel Imprint, along with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, a premium metal unibody design, a 4680 mAh battery, stereo speakers, noise suppression, a 3.5mm audio jack, and USB-C.
In comparison, the Pixel 6 Pro specs include an always-on 6.7-inch QHD+ LTPO OLED display with Smooth Display (120Hz), a Google Tensor processor, 12GB of RAM, 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage, the Titan M2 security coprocessor, Security Core, and Fingerprint Unlock, along with a fingerprint-resistant coating, an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, a 5003 mAh battery, stereo speakers, noise suppression, three microphones, support for Spatial Audio, and USB-C.
Size
Measurements for the Pixel 5a are as follows: 6.1” (H) x 2.9” (W) x 0.35“ (D), with a weight of 6.5 ounces, and a 6.3” display size. And in comparison, the measurements for the Pixel 6 Pro are as follows: 6.5” (H) x 3.0” (W) x 0.4“ (D), with a weight of 7.41 ounces, and a 6.7” display size.
| Size | Pixel 5a 5G | Pixel 6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 73 mm 2.9 inches | 76 mm 3.0 inches |
| Height | 156 mm 6.2 inches | 164 mm 6.5 inches |
| Depth | 9 mm 0.4 inches | 9 mm 0.4 inches |
| Weight | 183 g 6.5 ounces | 210 g 7.4 ounces |
Camera
The Pixel 5a features an 8MP front camera with an 83-degree field of view, and the Pixel 6 Pro features an ultra-wide 11.1MP front camera with a 94-degree field of view.
The Pixel 5a features a dual rear camera with a 12.2MP dual-pixel camera and a 16MP ultra-wide camera, and the Pixel 6 Pro features a triple rear camera with a 50MP Octa PD Quad Bayer wide-angle camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and a 48MP telephoto camera.
Key camera features shared by the Pixel 5a and the Pixel 6 Pro include Night Sight, Top Shot, Portrait Mode, Portrait Light, Super Res Zoom, and more. Some of the camera's features added on the Pixel 6 Pro include Magic Eraser, Motion Mode, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Panorama, and others.
| Camera | Pixel 5a 5G | Pixel 6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | 12.2 MP | 50.3 MP |
| Resolution | 4032x3024 | 8192x6144 |
Screen
The Pixel 5a features a 6.34-inch FHD+ OLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 at 413 pixels per inch, and the Pixel 6 Pro features a 6.7-inch QHD+ LTPO OLED display with a resolution of 3120 x 1440 at 512 pixels per inch.
The Pixel 5a display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 cover glass and features a 20:9 aspect ratio, a 100,000:1 contrast ratio, HDR support, a now-playing mode, and an always-on mode.
The Pixel 6 Pro display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus cover glass and features a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, HDR support, a high brightness mode, a now-playing mode, an at-a-glance mode, and an always-on mode. The Pixel 6 Pro display also supports refresh rates up to 120Hz with Smooth Display.
| Display | Pixel 5a 5G | Pixel 6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3120 |
| Screen Size | 161 mm 6.3 in | 170 mm 6.7 in |
| Pixels Per Inch | 418 ppi | 513 ppi |
Battery
The Pixel 5a is powered by a 4680 mAh battery and the Pixel 6 Pro is powered by a 5003 mAh battery. The Pixel 5a and the Pixel 6 Pro support fast wired charging and have an Extreme Battery Saver mode that will allow for up to 48 hours of battery life. In addition, the Pixel 6 Pro also supports fast wireless charging and Battery Share. The battery-sharing feature allows you to wirelessly charge your other devices, such as Google Pixel Buds.
| Battery | Pixel 5a 5G | Pixel 6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4680 mAh | 5003 mAh |
| Longevity | hours | 48 hours |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
Processing
| Processor | Pixel 5a 5G | Pixel 6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 5G SM7250-AA (Nairo) | Samsung Google Tensor S5P9845 (GS101) |
Color Choices
Pixel 5a 5G vs Pixel 6 Pro Colors
The Pixel 5a is available in one color, and the Pixel 6 Pro is available in three color versions. The Pixel 5a color is Mostly Black, and the three color options for the Pixel 6 Pro are Stormy Black, Cloudy White, and Sorta Sunny.
Storage Options
Pixel 5a 5G vs Pixel 6 Pro Storage
The Pixel 5a is available with 128GB of storage, and the Pixel 6 Pro is available with 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage.
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