Google Pixel 4a vs. Google Pixel 4: Save money or go all-out?

The Google Pixel 4a is Google’s latest attempt to secure a piece of the mid-range market, following the success of last year’s Pixel 3a. But we all know the new Pixel has competition in its price range, so how does it stack up against a member of its own stable? The Google Pixel 4 may have stopped being sold on the US Google Store, but it’s still available at some stores like Best Buy — and at a great price.

With that in mind, should you buy the new Pixel 4a or spend a few hundred dollars more and get the Pixel 4 while you still can? This is a difficult question to answer, but we’re here to help. We’ve thoroughly reviewed both phones to help you decide which phone is the better choice for you.

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Glasses

	Pixel 4a	Pixel 4
Size	144 x 69.4 x 8.2 mm (5.67 x 2.73 x 0.32 inches)	147.1 × 68.8 × 8.2 mm (5.7 × 2.7 × 0.3 inches)
Weight	143 grams (5.04 ounces)	162 grams (5.71 ounces)
Screen size	5.8-inch AMOLED	5.7-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution	2340 x 1080 pixels (443 pixels per inch)	2280 × 1080 pixels (444 ppi)
Operating system	Android 10	Android 10
Warehouse	128GB
MicroSD card slot	Are not	Are not
Click to pay service	Google Pay	Google Pay
Processor	Snapdragon 730	Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
working memory	6 GB	6GB
Camera	12.2 megapixel rear, 8 MP front	Dual 12MP and 16MP rear telephoto cameras, 8MP front
Videotapes	4K at 30fps, 1080p at 120fps	4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 120 fps, 720p at 240 fps
Bluetooth version	5.1	5.0
port	USB-C, headphone jack	USB-C
Fingerprint sensor	Yes, behind	Are not
Water proof	Are not	IP68
Battery	3,140 mAh Fast charging (18W)	2,800 mAh Fast charging (18 W) Qi wireless charging
Application market	Google Play Store	Google Play Store
Network support	Most major US airlines	Most major US airlines
Color	Black only	Only black, clear white, oh orange
Price	$349	550 dollars
Buy from	Google, Verizon, US Cellular Networks	Best buy
Review reviews	4 out of 5 stars	4 out of 5 stars

Design, display and durability

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These phones may not be too far apart in terms of launch date but their design is huge. Oddly, the cheaper phone is initially easier on the eyes as the Pixel 4a adopts a 2020 design style with a punch-hole display and thin bezels. By contrast, the Pixel 4 has relatively large bezels above and below the screen, and while they’re necessary for radar-like beam movements, it’s still a design you can Describe as “classic” if you are nice and “old-fashioned” if you are not.

However, the feel of using the device still puts the Pixel 4 back in the lead. It is made of glass, while the Pixel 4a is made of plastic. This gives the Pixel 4a an edge in terms of durability, but it still feels cheap and, frankly, a bit boring. Be careful with the Pixel 4a near water as it doesn’t have the Pixel 4’s IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

The display is also similar, both devices have 1080p resolution. The Pixel 4a’s screen is larger but has a higher resolution to compensate, so both AMOLED screens look equally sharp. The Pixel 4 has a 90Hz refresh rate, and while it’s somewhat inconsistent, it’s still a point in favor of the more expensive phone.

The Pixel 4 may not be as stylish as many other high-end smartphones, but the Pixel 4a’s plastic build is definitely a big advantage over it. Pixel 4 wins here.

Winner: Google Pixel 4

Performance, battery life and charging

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There’s a pretty big processor gap here. The Pixel 4 uses last year’s Snapdragon 855 chip, while the Pixel 4a uses the Snapdragon 730 chip. Performance on the Pixel 4a is good, but it won’t be able to handle demanding games and apps the same way as the Pixel 4 However, the Pixel 4a has its own strengths in other areas, with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. standard storage.

The biggest weakness of the Pixel 4 is definitely the battery. The 2800 mAh battery is very small in this day and age and does not hold enough capacity. In our review, the Pixel 4 barely lasted a full day, and that’s before the battery started to weaken over time. During a busy day, you may have to charge the battery several times. In contrast, the Pixel 4a has a long-lasting battery, and moderate use lasted up to two days on a single charge during our review period. Both have 18W fast charging, but only the Pixel 4 has wireless charging capabilities.

Battery life may be poor, but the faster processor and wireless charging only surpass the Pixel 4. But it’s close, and if you value battery life, feel free to give it to the Pixel 4a.

Winner: Google Pixel 4

Camera

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Google’s Pixel line has traditionally been home to some of the best smartphone cameras around, and this year is no exception. The camera package on the Pixel 4 includes a 12MP main lens and a 16MP telephoto lens, which is fantastic. Google’s software has proven to be a winner time and time again, and the Pixel 4 takes great photos in a variety of situations. The highlight of the show, however, is its low-light performance, and you’ll get incredible photos, even at night.

The Pixel 4a is a small step forward and doesn’t have a second lens, but it still takes some absolutely impressive photos. Camera quality is one of the main reasons you buy this phone, and the Pixel 4a consistently produces great photos that don’t require much editing before sharing.

The extra lens and versatility give the Pixel 4 the win, but it’s a much tighter fight than it seems for the price.

Winner: Google Pixel 4

Software and updates

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Android 10 runs best on Pixel 4 and 4a. It’s smooth, fast, and comes with many features not found on your regular Android device. However, this means that both devices run the same software, so there isn’t much difference between them here. It’s the same story when it comes to updates, and you can expect security updates and new Android versions on both devices at the same time, so expect Android 11 on both. There is almost no difference here so the result is a draw.

Winner: Undecided

Special Features

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Despite its mid-range price, the Pixel 4a has access to a lot of special features. It has AI call view in the US, Now Playing feature to identify nearby songs, augmented reality mode in Google Maps, etc. However, Pixel 4 has access to them and more thanks to Motion Sense air gestures powered by the Project Soli chip. While certainly gimmicky, the ability to skip songs or snooze the alarm by waving over the phone and unlock the phone with secure face scanning pushes the Pixel 4 ahead of its siblings. Its cheaper this round.

Winner: Google Pixel 4

Price and availability

The Google Pixel 4a is available now in the US for $349. The Pixel 4 has officially been discontinued in the US, but you can still find it on sale for as little as $550 at third parties like Best Buy. But you better be quick because the supply won’t last forever.

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Overall winner: Google Pixel 4

With such a huge difference in price and hardware, only Google Pixel 4 can be better in this battle. The extra camera lens, faster hardware, and cool air gestures are the keys to its victory, and that’s why we can say that the Pixel 4 is the better of the two. products are provided.

But we already know that – a mid-range phone will always have a hard time beating a high-end smartphone. The real question here is how big the difference is between the two phones, and it’s not as big as you might imagine. The Pixel 4a is a good mid-range option, and while the design has its flaws, the battery life is good and the camera is excellent, which is really one of the reasons to buy the phone. If you’re looking for a phone with a great camera, the Pixel 4a is a worthy competitor to the Pixel 4, and if you want to save a few hundred dollars, buying the Pixel 4a instead of the Pixel 4 is definitely worth considering. .

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