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Google Pixel 8a vs Galaxy A56 5G
Detailed specifications comparison between the Google Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G.
| Release Date | May 14, 2024 | March 10, 2025 |
| Operating System | Android 14, Android 14 | Android 15, One UI 7.0/8.5, One UI 7 |
| Display Size | 6.1 inches, 90.3 cm2 (~81.6% screen-to-body ratio) inches | 6.6 inches |
| Display Type | OLED (Actua display), HDR, PWM dimming (~240Hz) | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 720 x 1600 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz Smooth Display Hz | 120Hz |
| Processor / Chipset | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) | Exynos 1580 |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5X | 8GB, 12GB |
| Internal Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| Main Camera | 64 MP, f/1.89, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Selfie Camera | 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Battery Capacity | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging Speed | 18W wired, 7.5W wireless | 45W wired |
| 5G Support | ||
| NFC | ||
| 3.5mm Jack |
Key differences: Google Pixel 8a vs Galaxy A56 5G
- Galaxy A56 5G has the bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,492 mAh on the Google Pixel 8a).
- Galaxy A56 5G has the faster wired charging (45W vs 18W on the Google Pixel 8a).
- Galaxy A56 5G has the larger screen (6.6-inch vs 6.1-inch on the Google Pixel 8a).
- Galaxy A56 5G is the newer phone, released about 10 months later.
Generated from manufacturer specifications. Prices are reference launch prices in USD and vary by market.