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Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£420RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6 inchesMain camera megapixels:12.2 MP

Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB)
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

90%

5.3

Technical score

10%

7.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 92% of smartphones
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 96%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.6

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

4.4

Battery

10%

4.6

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

7.2

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 93%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 83%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

25%

4.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.6

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

4.4

Battery

10%

4.6

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

7.2

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

5.3
User score
User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 6.4 points, which is higher than 57.9% of smartphones.
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

6.4
Brand name
Google
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 670
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 processor model which is slower than processors in 75.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
This smartphone runs Android version Android 9 Pie which is older than that found in 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 2.6% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12.2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12.2 MP which is lower than that of 94.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
23.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 23.9 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 94.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2160 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2160 px which is lower than that of 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
402 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 402 ppi which is higher than that of 61.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,700 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,700 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 93.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.4% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.1 mm which is shorter than 79.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
76.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.1 mm which is wider than 53.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
167 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 167 g which is lighter than 94.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,280 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,280 cm³ which is smaller than 52% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 1.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (402 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    402 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 14.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (167 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    167 g vs 196.2 g
  • 3.5 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 26% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3700 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 15% worse value for money
    Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.38 vs 7.3).
    6.38 vs 7.34
  • 6.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Google Pixel 3a XL
    the average smartphone
    Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.51 vs 8.000).
    7.51 vs 8
  • 61.5% more expensive
    Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£420 vs £260).
    £420 vs £260
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 30.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (7,515 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    7,515 vs 10,783
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 78.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (665 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    665 vs 3,115
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 44.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (519 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    519 vs 942
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 51.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,239 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,239 vs 2,533
  • 43.8% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (2,467 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    2,467 vs 4,389
  • 82.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (663 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    663 vs 3,825
  • 83.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (197 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    197 vs 1,226
  • 45.7% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (13.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    13.91 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • 25.3% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (23.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    23.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 38.5% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (406 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    406 nits vs 660 nits
  • 549 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (451 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    451 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 26% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3700 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 32.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (531 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    531 min vs 786 min
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 5 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2019 vs 2024). 5.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2019
    2019 vs 2024

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07/05/2019
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB)

  • Exceptional camera quality, particularly for low-light photography and portraits
  • Excellent battery life, often lasting more than a full day of usage
  • Strong value proposition with high-end features at a mid-range price point
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, a feature missing from many contemporary flagships
  • Clean, bloatware-free Android experience with guaranteed timely software updates
  • Vibrant and high-quality OLED display despite having a lower resolution than flagship models

What we don't like about Google Pixel 3a XL (4GB + 64GB)

  • Lacks premium features such as wireless charging and official water resistance
  • Limited to 64GB of internal storage with no option for microSD expansion
  • Polycarbonate (plastic) build feels less premium than glass-and-metal alternatives
  • Outdated design with noticeably large bezels compared to modern bezel-less smartphones
  • Slower photo processing and occasional performance lag due to the mid-range Snapdragon 670 chip
  • Speaker quality can be tinny or distorted at higher volumes

Verdict

The Google Pixel 3a XL offered a pure Android experience and the flagship-level camera performance associated with Google's main Pixel line at a mid-range price point. Key specifications included a 6.0-inch OLED display, a Snapdragon 670 processor, a 3700 mAh battery, and a single, highly capable 12.2MP rear camera with optical image stabilization. The main pros were the exceptional photo quality, guaranteed software updates, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. Cons primarily involved the use of a plastic build, a mid-tier processor that was slower than flagship rivals, and the lack of wireless charging or water resistance.

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