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Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:12.2 MP & 12 MP

Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
✕
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–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 53% of smartphones
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

25%

6.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

4.7

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

â–²Better than 55% of smartphones
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £200

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components:

25%

6.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

4.7

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

6.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 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 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

60%

6.8

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

7.6
Brand name
Google
Processor model
Google Tensor
Processor model
Google Tensor
â–² Better than 57% of models
This smartphone uses the Google Tensor processor which is faster than processors in 56.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
RAM capacity
6 GB
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Internal storage
128 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.8 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 64.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
Direct OS updates
yes
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12.2 MP & 12 MP
Main camera megapixels
12.2 MP & 12 MP
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12.2 MP & 12 MP which is lower than that of 94.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2
â–² Better than 81% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 80.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
23.9 mm²
Main camera sensor area
23.9 mm²
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
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
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
★ Better than 93% of models
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
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.1 inches
Screen size
6.1 inches
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
429 ppi
Pixel density
429 ppi
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 429 ppi which is higher than that of 74.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
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
4,410 mAh
Battery capacity
4,410 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,410 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 84.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Charging speed
18 W
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
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
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
115 min
GSMArena full wired charge time
115 min
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 115 min which is slower than 88.6% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.4% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Number of microphones
3
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
152 mm
Height
152 mm
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 152 mm which is shorter than 93.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
71.8 mm
Width
71.8 mm
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.8 mm which is narrower than 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
Thickness
8.9 mm
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
178 g
Weight
178 g
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 178 g which is lighter than 88.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
86,336 cm³
Device volume
86,336 cm³
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 86,336 cm³ which is smaller than 78.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    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
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    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
  • 2.93x more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    3,000 KB
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (3000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    3,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 30% cheaper
    Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£200 vs £260).
    £200 vs £260
  • 3.4% better value for money
    Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.59 vs 7.3).
    7.59 vs 7.34
  • 2.93x more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    3,000 KB
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (3000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    3,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 98.8% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    6,194
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (6,194 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    6,194 vs 3,115
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 46.8% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,383
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,383 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,383 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 2.8 GHz & 2 x 2.25 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.8 GHz & 2x2.25 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.8 GHz & 2x2.25 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    51.2 GB/s
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Process node
    5 nm
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 56.4% higher PassMark benchmark
    PassMark benchmark
    6,863
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <2.2k – >10.5k
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (6,863 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    6,863 vs 4,389
  • 46.6% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    PassMark single-core benchmark
    1,448
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <408 – >2.4k
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,448 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,448 vs 988
  • 77.4% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    6,785
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <975 – >12.4k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (6,785 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    6,785 vs 3,825
  • 2.5x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    640
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (640 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    640 vs 256
  • 51.2% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    1,854
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,854 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,854 vs 1,226
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    3,200 MHz
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 17.2% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    2,969
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,969 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    average user-submitted score is around 3,100-3,200
    2,969 vs 2,533
  • Direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Magic Eraser, Face Unblur, Live Translate, Circle to Search(?
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    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
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    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
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    2160 x 60 fps
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    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
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    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
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    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
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.7 & f/2.2
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Includes crash detection
    Crash detection
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Newer USB version
    USB version
    3.1
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 8.6% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    429 ppi
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (429 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    429 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 32.7% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    876 nits
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (876 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    876 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    3
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 9.3% lighter
    Weight
    178 g
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (178 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    178 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.2 mm narrower
    Width
    71.8 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 11.6 mm shorter
    Height
    152 mm
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (152 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    152 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1 m
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    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
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12.2 MP & 12 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12.2 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12.2 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.1 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 53 min slower full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    115 min
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <36 min – >120 min
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (115 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    115 min vs 62 min
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 11.8% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,410 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4410 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,410 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 5.44x less popular
    Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    6 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 10.7% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    848 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (848 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    848 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Google Tensor
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Google Tensor vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Google Tensor vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 4.7% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    10,280
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <7.1k – >15.9k
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (10,280 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    10,280 vs 10,783
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 13
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12.2 MP & 12 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12.2 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12.2 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 25.3% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    23.9 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    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
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    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 memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    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
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.1 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Worse display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 53 min slower full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    115 min
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <36 min – >120 min
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (115 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    115 min vs 62 min
  • 11.8% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,410 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4410 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,410 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    18 W
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    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
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    GSMArena battery life endurance score
    94
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <74 – >125
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (94 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    94 vs 99.5
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2022
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    Thickness
    8.9 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm

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cybershack.com.au
21/07/2022
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gq-magazine.co.uk
21/07/2022
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techradar.com
28/07/2022
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androidcentral.com
19/09/2022
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Google Pixel 6a review: Look ma, a small phone!
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businessinsider.com
11/09/2023
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techadvisor.com
17/05/2023
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consumerreports.org
31/08/2022
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ign.com
15/08/2022
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thurrott.com
01/08/2022
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cnet.com
30/07/2022
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theguardian.com
22/07/2022
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engadget.com
21/07/2022
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Google Pixel 6a review: The tiny Pixel phone I’ve been hoping for
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droid-life.com
21/07/2022
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Google Pixel 6a Review: Not Quite Enough
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pcmag.com
21/07/2022
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hothardware.com
21/07/2022
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digitales-fuer-einsteiger.de
01/03/2023
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imtest.de
28/07/2022
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stern.de
21/07/2022
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faz.net
09/08/2022
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numerama.com
07/09/2022
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geektest.fr
05/10/2022
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lesmobiles.com
16/09/2022
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charlestech.fr
25/05/2024
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lesnumeriques.com
21/07/2022
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bouyguestelecom.fr
01/07/2022
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android-mt.ouest-france.fr
26/03/2023
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phototrend.fr
10/11/2022
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galaxus.fr
13/09/2022
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leclaireur.fnac.com
07/09/2022
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journaldugeek.com
21/07/2022
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frandroid.com
21/07/2022
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es.root-nation.com
26/02/2024
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global.techradar.com
28/07/2022
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evosmart.it
08/10/2022
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androidiani.com
22/09/2022
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global.techradar.com
27/09/2022
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wired.it
26/07/2022
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iphoneitalia.com
21/07/2022
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tech.everyeye.it
21/07/2022
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multiplayer.it
21/07/2022
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dday.it
21/07/2022
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andreagaleazzi.com
21/07/2022
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smartworld.it
01/08/2022
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tuttoandroid.net
22/08/2022
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consumentenbond.nl
21/07/2022
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androidplanet.nl
06/10/2022
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bright.nl
15/10/2022
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laurentwillen.nl
22/02/2023
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id.nl
31/10/2022
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androidworld.nl
09/09/2022
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tweakers.net
22/08/2022
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent value for the price
  • Top-tier camera performance, especially for still photos
  • Compact and comfortable 6.1-inch form factor
  • Flagship-level performance with the Google Tensor chip
  • Clean, bloat-free Android software experience
  • Vibrant and sharp OLED display
  • Guaranteed long-term software and security updates

What we don't like about Google Pixel 6A (6GB + 128GB)

  • Standard 60Hz refresh rate display feels dated compared to rivals
  • Under-display fingerprint sensor can be slow or inconsistent
  • Noticeable heating issues during intensive tasks or 5G usage
  • Lack of wireless charging
  • Relatively slow 18W wired charging speeds
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack or microSD card slot
  • Inconsistent battery life, particularly on cellular data

Verdict

The Google Pixel 6a (6GB + 128GB) is a mid-range Android smartphone powered by the same custom Google Tensor G1 chip found in its flagship counterparts, offering strong performance and access to Google's advanced computational photography features through its 12.2MP main and 12MP ultrawide cameras. A primary pro is the device's exceptional photo quality and prompt software updates, typical of the Pixel line, delivered on a vibrant 6.1-inch OLED display. However, common cons include a relatively slow 60Hz display refresh rate and a slower-than-average 18W charging speed for its 4410mAh battery.

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