Google Pixel 6a

vs

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Google Pixel 6a vs Google Pixel 6 Pro

Short Description

Google Pixel 6a

Screen size: 6.1" / Resolution: 1080 x 2400 px / Main camera: 12.2 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 8MP / RAM: 6GB / Battery power: 4410 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 128GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Screen size: 6.71" / Resolution: 1440 x 3120 px / Main camera: 50 MP & 48 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 11.1MP / RAM: 12GB / Battery power: 5003 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM

Key Differences

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

How is Google Pixel 6a better than Google Pixel 6 Pro?

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Lighter: 178 g (6.28 ounces) vs 210 g (7.41 ounces)

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Narrower: 71.8 mm (2.83 inches) vs 75.9 mm (2.99 inches)

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Shorter: 152 mm (5.98 inches) vs 163.9 mm (6.45 inches)

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The phone is 8 months newer

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

How is Google Pixel 6 Pro better than Google Pixel 6a?

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Bigger battery capacity: 5003 mAh vs 4410 mAh

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More RAM memory capacity in max option: 12GB vs 6GB

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AnTuTu score is about 2% higher

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More internal storage in max option: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB vs 128GB

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More megapixels front camera: 11.1MP vs 8MP

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Has a larger display diagonal: 6.71" vs 6.1"

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Better display resolution: 1440 x 3120 px vs 1080 x 2400 px

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Higher charging speed: 30W vs 18W

Size Comparison

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Height

152 mm
(5.98 inches)

Width

71.8 mm
(2.83 inches)

Thickness

8.9 mm
(0.35 inches)

Screen size

6.1"

Weight

178 g
(6.28 ounces)

6.1"
credit-card
6.71"

Height

163.9 mm
(6.45 inches)

Width

75.9 mm
(2.99 inches)

Thickness

8.9 mm
(0.35 inches)

Screen size

6.71"

Weight

210 g
(7.41 ounces)

Height

152 mm
(5.98 inches)

Width

71.8 mm
(2.83 inches)

Thickness

8.9 mm
(0.35 inches)

Screen size

6.1"

Weight

178 g
(6.28 ounces)

Height

163.9 mm
(6.45 inches)

Width

75.9 mm
(2.99 inches)

Thickness

8.9 mm
(0.35 inches)

Screen size

6.71"

Weight

210 g
(7.41 ounces)

3D comparison

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Expert Score

Score 3.9

Score 4.4

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Score 3.9

Score 4.4

TechRadar

TechRadar

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Google Pixel 6 Pro

IGN

IGN

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Tom's Guide

Tom's Guide

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Google Pixel 6 Pro

Tech Advisor

Tech Advisor

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

PhoneArena

PhoneArena

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

PCMag

PCMag

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Google Pixel 6 Pro

Smartprix

Smartprix

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Google Pixel 6 Pro

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Benchmarks

AnTuTu Score

Google Pixel 6a

909,498

Google Pixel 6 Pro

930,173 +2.27%

benchmark

The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.

CPU

Google Pixel 6a

250,722 +2.28%

Google Pixel 6 Pro

245,121

benchmark

Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.

GPU

Google Pixel 6a

324,786 +6.07%

Google Pixel 6 Pro

306,201

benchmark

Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.

Memory

Google Pixel 6a

143,829

Google Pixel 6 Pro

171,401 +19.17%

benchmark

Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.

UX

Google Pixel 6a

190,161

Google Pixel 6 Pro

207,450 +9.09%

benchmark

Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.

3DMark Wild Life benchmark

Google Pixel 6a

6,194

Google Pixel 6 Pro

6,207 +0.21%

benchmark

Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.

3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark

Google Pixel 6a

6,785 +0.8%

Google Pixel 6 Pro

6,731

benchmark

Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance while eliminating the impact of screen resolution for more objective platform comparisons.

3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark

Google Pixel 6a

1,854

Google Pixel 6 Pro

1,899 +2.43%

benchmark

Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance under higher workloads with more detailed visuals, designed for powerful GPUs.

Geekbench 6 · Multi-Core

Google Pixel 6a

3,047

Google Pixel 6 Pro

3,064 +0.56%

benchmark

Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing.

Geekbench 6 · Single-Core

Google Pixel 6a

1,373 +2.54%

Google Pixel 6 Pro

1,339

benchmark

Measures the performance of a single processor core by assessing how efficiently the device handles single-threaded processing-based tasks.

Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core

Google Pixel 6a

2,833 +6.3%

Google Pixel 6 Pro

2,665

benchmark

Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.

Geekbench 5 · Single-Core

Google Pixel 6a

1,050 +8.47%

Google Pixel 6 Pro

968

benchmark

Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.

PCMark Work 3.0 performance benchmark

Google Pixel 6a

9,913

Google Pixel 6 Pro

11,483 +15.84%

benchmark

Measures a device's ability to handle everyday work tasks, such as web browsing, document editing, and video conferencing, focusing on CPU, GPU, memory, and storage performance.

Battery Performance

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

20 h
44 min

18 h
34 min

callBattery Life

1 h
51 min

1 h
59 min

callCharging time

About Products

Google Pixel 6a

The Google Pixel 6a offers a premium smartphone experience at a competitive price. Powered by Google's custom Tensor chip, it delivers fast performance, excellent AI capabilities, and seamless multitasking. The 6.1-inch OLED display provides vibrant colors and sharp detail, perfect for media consumption.

Its standout feature is the 12MP dual-camera system, enhanced by Google's computational photography, ensuring stunning photos in all lighting conditions. With guaranteed software updates and the clean Android experience, you'll always have the latest features. The 4,410mAh battery ensures all-day power, making the Pixel 6a a solid choice for those who value performance and camera quality.

Google Pixel 6 Pro

The Google Pixel 6 Pro is a flagship smartphone that offers exceptional performance and cutting-edge features. Powered by Google’s custom-built Tensor processor, it delivers fast and smooth performance, making multitasking effortless. The 6.7-inch QHD+ OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate ensures vibrant visuals and fluid scrolling, perfect for watching videos or gaming.

The camera system is a standout, featuring a 50MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide, and 48MP telephoto lens with 4x optical zoom. Google’s advanced AI photography enhances every shot with incredible detail and color accuracy. The Pixel 6 Pro also has 5G connectivity, an all-day battery with fast wireless charging, and robust security features, making it a top choice for those seeking premium performance and cutting-edge technology.

Technical Specifications

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Specs

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Design

Design

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Weight

178 g (6.28 ounces)

210 g (7.41 ounces)

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Thickness

8.9 mm (0.35 inches)

8.9 mm (0.35 inches)

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Width

71.8 mm (2.83 inches)

75.9 mm (2.99 inches)

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Height

152 mm (5.98 inches)

163.9 mm (6.45 inches)

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Is weather-sealed (splashproof)

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Ingress Protection (IP) rating

IP67

IP68

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Waterproof depth rating

1 m

1.5 m

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Volume

97.13 cm³

110.72 cm³

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Is dustproof and water-resistant

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Color options

Chalk, Charcoal, Sage

Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny, Stormy Black

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Lowest potential operating temperature

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0 °C

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Maximum operating temperature

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35 °C

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French Repairability Index

7

6.3

Display

Display

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Screen size

6.1"

6.71"

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Display type

OLED/AMOLED

OLED/AMOLED

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Pixel density

429 ppi

512 ppi

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Resolution

1080 x 2400 px

1440 x 3120 px

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Refresh rate

60Hz

120Hz

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Brightness (typical)

778 nits

500 nits

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Has branded damage-resistant glass

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Gorilla Glass version

Gorilla Glass 3

Gorilla Glass Victus

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Supports HDR10

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Supports HDR10+

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-

Always-On Display

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Contrast ratio

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1000000:1

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Has a curved display

-

-

Has a touch screen

Performance

Performance

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Internal storage

128GB

128GB, 256GB, 512GB

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RAM

6GB

12GB

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Android version

Android 13

Android 12

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CPU speed

2 x 2.8 GHz & 2 x 2.25 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz

2 x 2.8 GHz & 2 x 2.25 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz

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GPU clock speed

848 MHz

848 MHz

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Has integrated LTE

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RAM speed

3200 MHz

3200 MHz

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Semiconductor size

5 nm

5 nm

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Supports 64-bit

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DirectX version

DirectX 12

DirectX 12

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Has integrated graphics

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OpenGL ES version

3.2

3.2

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Uses big.LITTLE technology

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CPU threads

8 threads

8 threads

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Uses HMP

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Has TrustZone

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OpenCL version

2

2

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L2 cache

8 MB

8 MB

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DDR memory version

5

5

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Maximum memory amount

12GB

12GB

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L3 cache

4 MB

4 MB

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Release date

2022

2021

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Has NX bit

Cameras

Cameras

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Main camera

12.2 MP & 12 MP

50 MP & 48 MP & 12 MP

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Front camera

8MP

11.1MP

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Has built-in optical image stabilization

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Video recording (main camera)

2160 x 60 fps

2160 x 60 fps

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Wide aperture (main camera)

f/2.2 & f/1.7

f/1.9 & f/3.5 & f/2.2

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Has a dual-tone LED flash

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Has a BSI sensor

-

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Has continuous autofocus when recording movies

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Has phase-detection autofocus for photos

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Supports slow-motion video recording

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Has a built-in HDR mode

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Has a flash

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Has manual exposure

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Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera

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Optical zoom

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4x

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Number of flash LEDs

2

2

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Has a CMOS sensor

-

-

Has manual ISO

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Has a serial shot mode

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Has manual focus

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Has a front camera

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Has manual white balance

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Has laser autofocus

-

-

Shoots raw

-

-

Has touch autofocus

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Can create panoramas in-camera

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Wide aperture (front camera)

f/2.0

f/2.2

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Has timelapse function

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Pixel size (main camera)

1.4 µm & 1.25 µm

1.2 µm & 0.8 µm & 1.25 µm

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Shoots 360° panorama

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Operating system

Operating system

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Has clipboard warnings

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Has location privacy options

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Has camera/microphone privacy options

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Has theme customization

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Can play games while they download

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Has dark mode

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Has Wi-Fi password sharing

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Has battery health check

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Has an extra dim mode

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Has focus modes

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Has dynamic theming

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Can offload apps

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Has customizable notifications

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Has scrolling screenshots

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Supports split screen

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Supports instant markup

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Supports PiP and PaP

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Has sharing intents

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Has a child lock

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Is free and open source

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Tracks the current position of a mobile device

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Is a multi-user system

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Gets direct OS updates

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Supports widgets

-

More languages supported

125

125

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Has offline voice recognition

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The browser has word wrap

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Has voice commands

Battery

Battery

-

Battery power

4410 mAh

5003 mAh

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Has wireless charging

-

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Supports fast charging

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Charging speed

18W

30W

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Wireless charging speed

-

23W

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Has reverse wireless charging

-

-

Has a battery level indicator

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Has a rechargeable battery

Audio

Audio

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Has stereo speakers

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Has LDAC

-

-

Has aptX Lossless

-

-

Has aptX

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Number of microphones

3

3

Features

Features

-

Has 5G support

-

Wi-Fi version

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

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Download speed

7350 MBits/s

7350 MBits/s

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Upload speed

3670 MBits/s

3670 MBits/s

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Has USB Type-C

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USB version

3.1

3.1

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Has NFC

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SIM cards

1 SIM, 1 eSIM

1 SIM, 1 eSIM

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Has a fingerprint scanner

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Bluetooth version

5.2

5.2

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Has a gyroscope

-

Has GPS

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Has a compass

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Supports Wi-Fi

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Has a cellular module

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Has a barometer

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Supports Galileo

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Has an infrared sensor

-

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Has an accelerometer

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Has crash detection

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