Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a
Why is Google Pixel 4 better than Google Pixel 4a?
Faster CPU speed: 1 x 2.84 GHz & 3 x 2.42 GHz & 4 x 1.78 GHz vs 2 x 2.2 GHz & 6 x 1.8 GHz
Higher pixel density: 444 ppi vs 443 ppi
Narrower: 68.8 mm vs 69.4 mm
More internal storage: 64GB, 128GB vs 128GB
More color options: Clearly White, Just Black, Oh So Orange vs Just Black, Barely Blue
Why is Google Pixel 4a better than Google Pixel 4?
Bigger battery capacity: 3140 mAh vs 2800 mAh
The phone is 9 months newer
Better display resolution: 1080 x 2340 px vs 1080 x 2220 px
Has a larger display diagonal: 5.81" vs 5.7"
Lighter: 143 g vs 162 g
Shorter: 144 mm vs 147.1 mm
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a
Height
147.1 mm
Width
68.8 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
Screen size
5.7"
Weight
162 g
Height
144 mm
Width
69.4 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
Screen size
5.81"
Weight
143 g
Height
147.1 mm
Width
68.8 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
Screen size
5.7"
Weight
162 g
Height
144 mm
Width
69.4 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
Screen size
5.81"
Weight
143 g
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a
Score 4.0
Google Pixel 4
Score 4.2
Google Pixel 4a
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a
Score 4.0
Score 4.2
TechRadar
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Tom's Guide
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Tech Advisor
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Google Pixel 4a
PCMag
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Google Pixel 4a
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Google Pixel 4a
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
Google Pixel 4
3045 +203.59%
Google Pixel 4a
1003
3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
Google Pixel 4
3023 +201.4%
Google Pixel 4a
1003
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
Google Pixel 4
2222 +47.05%
Google Pixel 4a
1511
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
Google Pixel 4
667 +17.64%
Google Pixel 4a
567
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a
From $ 98
From $ 124
From € 138
From € 145
Google Pixel 4
The Google Pixel 4 is a compact, feature-packed smartphone perfect for photography enthusiasts and Google fans. Its standout feature is the 12.2MP rear camera paired with advanced computational photography, delivering incredible low-light shots, sharp portraits, and rich colors. The 5.7-inch OLED display offers stunning visuals with a 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth scrolling and vibrant content.
Powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor, the Pixel 4 is responsive and handles multitasking efficiently. It runs on stock Android, offering timely updates and a clean, bloatware-free experience. The addition of Motion Sense allows for gesture controls, adding a futuristic touch to daily use. Face unlock provides secure and quick access.
Integrated with Google Assistant and offering exclusive features like the Recorder app with real-time transcription, the Pixel 4 delivers convenience and performance in a sleek package. Ideal for users who prioritize camera quality and pure Android experience.
Google Pixel 4a
The Google Pixel 4a is a compact and powerful smartphone with an emphasis on camera performance and seamless software experience. Its 5.8-inch OLED display offers vibrant colors and sharp details, making it great for media consumption. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G processor, the Pixel 4a handles daily tasks with ease, and its stock Android interface ensures smooth and timely updates.
One of the standout features is the 12.2MP rear camera, which delivers exceptional photos even in low-light conditions, thanks to Google's advanced computational photography. The 8MP front camera ensures clear selfies and video calls.
With a 3,140mAh battery, the Pixel 4a offers reliable battery life throughout the day. Its 128GB of storage provides ample space for apps, photos, and media. The compact form factor and affordable price make it a great choice for those who value camera quality and a clean Android experience.
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Specs
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a
Design
Weight
162 g
143 g
Thickness
8.2 mm
8.2 mm
Width
68.8 mm
69.4 mm
Height
147.1 mm
144 mm
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
-
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
-
Waterproof depth rating
1.5 m
-
Volume
82.99 cm³
81.95 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
-
Color options
Clearly White, Just Black, Oh So Orange
Just Black, Barely Blue
Display
Screen size
5.7"
5.81"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
444 ppi
443 ppi
Resolution
1080 x 2220 px
1080 x 2340 px
Refresh rate
90Hz
-
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass 5
Gorilla Glass 3
Supports HDR10
✔
✔
Always-On Display
✔
✔
Contrast ratio
-
100000:1
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB, 128GB
128GB
RAM
6GB
6GB
Android version
Android 10
Android 10
CPU speed
1 x 2.84 GHz & 3 x 2.42 GHz & 4 x 1.78 GHz
2 x 2.2 GHz & 6 x 1.8 GHz
GPU clock speed
257 MHz
500 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
1866 MHz
Semiconductor size
7 nm
8 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
DirectX version
DirectX 12
DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
OpenGL ES version
3.2
3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
8 threads
8 threads
Uses HMP
✔
-
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
31.79 GB/s
14.9 GB/s
OpenCL version
2
2
DDR memory version
4
-
Maximum memory amount
16GB
8GB
GPU execution units
2
-
Thermal Design Power (TDP)
10W
-
Front-end width
-
3
Release date
2019
2020
Number of transistors
6700 million
-
Has NX bit
✔
✔
Memory channels
4
2
GPU turbo
585 MHz
-
Supported displays
2
-
Bits executed at a time
-
128
VFP version
-
4
Cameras
Main camera
16 MP & 12.2 MP
12.2 MP
Front camera
8MP
8MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
✔
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 30 fps
2160 x 30 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.7
f/1.7
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
-
Has a BSI sensor
✔
-
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
-
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
-
Optical zoom
2x
0x
Number of flash LEDs
2
-
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
✔
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Shoots raw
✔
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Has manual shutter speed
-
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.0
f/2.0
Has timelapse function
✔
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera
✔
-
Sensor size
5.76 x 4.29 mm
-
Pixel size (main camera)
-
1.4 µm
Shoots 360° panorama
✔
✔
Operating system
Has theme customization
✔
✔
Has dark mode
✔
✔
Has focus modes
✔
✔
Has customizable notifications
✔
✔
Supports split screen
✔
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
✔
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
✔
Has a child lock
✔
✔
Is free and open source
✔
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
✔
Is a multi-user system
✔
✔
Gets direct OS updates
✔
✔
Supports widgets
✔
✔
The browser has word wrap
✔
✔
Has voice commands
✔
✔
Has offline voice recognition
✔
✔
More languages supported
125
125
Battery
Battery power
2800 mAh
3140 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
-
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
✔
Has LDAC
-
✔
Has aptX HD
-
✔
Has aptX
-
✔
Number of microphones
2
2
Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
-
✔
Features
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
1200 MBits/s
600 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
75 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
✔
✔
USB version
3.1
3.1
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
-
✔
Bluetooth version
5
5
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Has a barometer
✔
✔
Supports Galileo
✔
✔
Has an infrared sensor
✔
-
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Has motion tracking
✔
-
Has crash detection
-
✔
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
-
Is DLNA-certified
✔
-
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4a