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Google Pixel 5a vs Pixel 5: What's different? - PhoneArena
September 9, 2021 - The Pixel 5 rocks a 6.0-inch display and is a compact phone by every modern definition of the word, while the Pixel 5a grows to a 6.34-inch display, and has added some bulk so it definitely does not seem petite (it's not quite a gigantic phone ...
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Google Pixel 5a vs Pixel 5: What's the difference and which should you buy?
May 28, 2022 - The Pixel 5 and Pixel 5a are almost identical when it comes to looks. Both have the same rounded design thatโ€™s been a staple of the Pixel phone lineup for some time. Both also have the same square camera bump on the back, with a fingerprint scanner sitting below it.
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Used Pixel 5 vs Pixel 5a
I have the 5a, wife has the 5- I've always owned phones with the form factor of the 5a, but actually really like the size of the 5 (big enough, but just a little more fun to manage)and the screen quality is definitely better. I like having the head phone jack, but outside of those things they're almost exactly the same phone. Can't go wrong either way- good luck! More on reddit.com
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So I'm Upgrading From Pixel 4a(5G) To 5a(5G)...
The biggest change between the 4a and 5a? the 4 and the 5 in the model number. Its disgusting to me. Do you really not have anything better to spend your $450 on?? I mean, thats a years worth of car insurance. Or 2 car payments. Or Rent. Or 6 escort services. Or a weekend in Vegas. Or 4 pixel 4a ... More on xdaforums.com
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i wanna know about difference in pixel 5a vs generic 5a because i have to buy the cell phone - Google Pixel Community
Due to the latest device launch, we expect to receive higher contact volume than normal. To check if your question is already answered, go to the Pixel Phone Help Center More on support.google.com
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Pixel 5 vs 5a - if you had the option?

No brainer, get the Pixel 5. It's not plagued with hardware failures for a start... ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป

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Pixel 5a - Wikipedia
1 month ago - The Pixel 5a has a 4680 mAh battery, and is capable of fast charging at up to 18 W. It has an IP67 water protection rating, an upgrade over its predecessor which lacked water protection. The Pixel 5a features a 6.34-inch (161mm) 1080p OLED display with HDR support.
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Between Pixel 5A and Pixel 5, which one is better to buy than another? - Quora
Answer: As of 2024, both are a bad buy. If you want a collectorโ€™s piece, or as secondary, buy a Pixel 3, or Pixel 4, which are more powerful, and far more unique than the Pixel 5/5a.
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r/pixel_phones on Reddit: Used Pixel 5 vs Pixel 5a
July 23, 2022 -

Update: Got the Pixel 5a month and a half ago. So far really happy with it. Impressed with snappiness and beautiful pictures. It's my first phone with wide angle camera and I love it, so much.
I also stream games a lot from Xbox cloud play and play some below mentioned games and so far with my usage I've never had issues with overheating and I'm definitely not holding myself back. Battery life is OK too, get 1 fully day on work days coming home with 35 - 25 % of battery and on weekends if I don't fool around and play a lot on my phone I can get 2 days.
Currently on Android 13. Nice to have all the latest updates quickly.
Thanks to everyone who helped me decide!

Hi everyone, I'm thinking about getting a "new" (used) phone, my current (Moto G6 Plus) is sometimes having issues:- restarting randomly,- getting slower when performing my daily tasks- I've "Compromised system integrity" when I tried to flash Pixel Experience to it so now NFC payments and Netflix is not working (Netflix apk downloaded from elsewhere than PlayStore works but it sucks to not being able to just normally update it).- with all apps being more storage hungry the 64 GB of this phone is simply not enough anymore.

My main use of phone:- visual media consumption (ebooks, movies, music)- lots of video calls and regular calls (Sound and picture quality is important)- photography (I take a lot of pictures, mostly outdoors, day and night, nature, cityscape, landscape, but also close up shots of small things, models, small mechanical parts etc.)- occasional gaming (Wild Rift, NFS, Real Racing, Minecraft) .

At first I was decided to go for the Pixel 5a because of:+ 3.5 mm Jack (My daily drivers are wireless buds but I still use 3.5 mm at home)+ proper speaker instead of speaker behind the glass (my work phone has this and I'm really not impressed, sound is bad, volume too and when using speaker to watch some content the vibration feels bit weird while holding the device - Sharp Aquos Sense 6)+ bigger battery.

But now I've been reading more reviews and comparisons I'm concerned about:- slightly bigger size than the Pixel 5 (although still a bit smaller than my current Moto G6 Plus)- Overheating issue of the 5a (The only time I saw a phone overheat was when I used my current work phone mentioned above to take some pictures outside on hot sunny day, my Moto G6 Plus never overheated or at least never showed any message like that and functioned well in all conditions so far)- according to some user reports ?the internals being very brittle? **causing the phone to die after experiencing even smaller impacts.**Does the above happen to most units or just some?

The Pixel 5 has some good points too:+ smaller size than the Pixel 5a+ reverse charging, wireless charging (although not sure if I would really practically use this)+ for now still the "Unlimited Google Photos" ?.Negatives:- above mentioned speaker behind the glass- smaller battery- no 3.5 mm Jack (EDIT: And apparently not all adapters from Type C to 3.5 mm jack work. Does anybody know about a 3.5 mm adapter that works and possibly also allows for simultaneous charging while listening to music (Type C to 3.5 mm & Type C) and is not a bulky brick?)

I found both Pixel 5 and Pixel 5a in about the same, good, condition, for roughly the same price with about 20 USD price difference between them (the 5 is more expensive) with no box, no accessories.

Which phone would you recommend me? What is your experience with one or another?

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I have the 5a, wife has the 5- I've always owned phones with the form factor of the 5a, but actually really like the size of the 5 (big enough, but just a little more fun to manage)and the screen quality is definitely better. I like having the head phone jack, but outside of those things they're almost exactly the same phone. Can't go wrong either way- good luck!
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Looks like your taking ton of pics and that makes me want to tell you to get a P6P. That main sensor on the P6 main camera is a Sh*tsung ISOCELL GN1 which is 1/1/.31 which is larger sensor then the Note 20 Ultra 108mp or S21 Ultra 108mp and S22 Ultra which are 1/1.33. I do not think this camera is getting changed on Pixel 8. As we know Pixel 7 is same thing with a exterior that is different, but once you put a case that metal bar on the camera visor, with pill shaped design and the Main sensor as circle next to it. Again put a case and that defeats the purpose. From what I read Google is changing the 48mp Periscope Otical 4x, which is the Sony IMX586 is being changed for a Samsung GM1 sensor. Also ultra wide might change. It simply is a refresh. Tensor 4nm fab still using 4x A55 cores and A76 2x and 2x performance cores. They already said the Pixel 6 camera is so good we decided to use it on Pixel 7. The main sensor remains with a possible different ultra wide sensor possibly. The GN1 late 2019 2020 main camera sensor and it intakes in 150 percent more light on the main sensor. The CPU is 80 percent faster then P5 and GPU is 370 percent faster then P5 and what not. My P5 dummy phone is same speed as the P6P so I put the P5 in one pocket and the P6P in the other. ๐Ÿ˜‚
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Google Pixel 5a vs. Pixel 5: What's the difference? | Android Central
August 20, 2021 - Unfortunately, the Pixel 5a picked up water resistance alongside its much beefier battery, meaning that among this sea of same specs below, there's far less for the Pixel 5 to use to justify its price tag.
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Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 5a - specs comparison - PhoneArena
Compare Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 5a with our phone comparison tool and get side-by-side specifications.
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Compare Google Pixel 5 vs. Google Pixel 5a 5G - GSMArena.com
Google Pixel 5 specs compared to Google Pixel 5a 5G. Detailed up-do-date specifications shown side by side.
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So I'm Upgrading From Pixel 4a(5G) To 5a(5G)... | XDA Forums
May 6, 2021 - My post is discussing the 4a 5g vs 5a, as well. I'm not sure how anyone could confuse that. With the 5a, my post and statement still stand strong. Its an 'upgrade' in name only. And google appears to be exploiting name changes as upgrades, much like the cult of iWhatever. There's literally no difference between an 8 and 10. -same main camera 12mp dual pixel -same selfie camera 7mp -same battery 2700mah -same processor A11 -same gpu Tri-Core Bionic -same ram 3gb -same storage 64/128/256 -same ssd type (NVMe) -same cell bands (4g LTE) -same wifi adapter (a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 and 5, no 6) -same essential size (5.5" vs 5.7") The only 2 and real differences: -the iPhone 8 scores HIGHER on GeekBench!!
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Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 5a 5G: What is the difference?
November 1, 2018 - What is the difference between Google Pixel 5 and Google Pixel 5a 5G? Find out which is better and their overall performance in the smartphone ranking.
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Pixel 5a 5G vs Pixel 5: Which Pixel should you pick? [Video] - 9to5Google
September 7, 2021 - The โ€œcoreโ€ differences between the Pixel 5a with 5G and Pixel 5a with 5G are down to the external hardware. While the Pixel 5 includes some internal hardware bumps, it is made from more โ€œpremiumโ€ materials and does feel ever so slightly ...
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Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 5A | Smartprix
It would potentially help you understand how Google Pixel 5 stands against Google Pixel 5A and which one should you buy The current lowest price found for Google Pixel 5 is โ‚น28,980 and for Google Pixel 5A is โ‚น32,999.
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Pixel 5a vs. Pixel 5: Which Google phone should you buy? | Laptop Mag
August 23, 2021 - For $449, the Pixel 5a comes in a single configuration with a Snapdragon 765G, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. The Pixel 5a will only be available in the U.S. and Japan. ... Starting at $699, the Pixel 5 is the most expensive Pixel phone on ...
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Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 5a 5G: Comparison
Comparison of features, performance, design, battery, camera and connectivity between the following smartphones: Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 5a 5G. The complete information of specifications to decide which to buy.
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I have already have a Google Pixel 5. Should I buy Google Pixel 5A 5G? - Quora
Answer (1 of 5): Honestly , If You Have Pixel 5 Than Plz Donโ€™t waste Your Money On 5a As 5a Is a Budget Smartphone From google And It Will be A Downgrade If You Come to 5a From 5. Still If You Wanna Buy !! You Can Read info given Below !!! In the design department, the major difference between...
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Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Pixel 5 vs Pixel 4a 5G: What's the difference?
August 21, 2021 - The Pixel 5 was launched as the affordable flagship phone for 2020, with the Pixel 4a 5G naturally sitting beneath it. The new Pixel 5a 5G updates the Pixel 4a 5G - launching at a cheaper price than the phone it replaces.
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Google Pixel 5 vs Pixel 5a 5G Comparison - Swappa
September 3, 2025 - The Pixel 5 features include an always-on 6.0-inch FHD+ OLED display with Smooth Display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G with Octa-Core processor, Adreno 620, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, the Titan M security module, and Pixel Imprint. Additional features include a 4080 mAh battery, an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, stereo speakers, and USB-C. To compare, the Pixel 5a features include an always-on 6.34-inch FHD+ OLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G with Octa-Core processor, Adreno 620, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, the Titan M security module, and Pixel Imprint.