Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A35
Pixel 8 Pro dominates this comparison across nearly every dimension. Its 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with 2400 nits brightness and 1-120Hz refresh rate vastly outpaces Galaxy A35's 1000-nit Super AMOLED screen. Camera performance heavily favors Pixel 8 Pro: 50MP main (f/1.68) with OIS, genuine 5x optical zoom telephoto, and ultra-wide capabilities versus A35's limited 8MP ultra-wide and 5MP macro. Processing power differs significantly—Tensor G3 with Cortex-X3 core crushes Exynos 1380 for computational photography and AI features. Battery capacity is comparable (5050mAh vs 5000mAh), but faster 30W charging and 23W wireless on Pixel 8 Pro provide convenience advantages. Galaxy A35 excels on value: $600 price difference makes it compelling for budget-conscious users, and it delivers respectable mid-range performance. However, Pixel 8 Pro's superior camera system, display technology, processing power, and premium build justify premium pricing for those prioritizing capability.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A35 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 213 g | 209 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm | 161.7 x 78.0 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom | 5 MP macro |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.95, 125.5-degree | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5050 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 23W (Pixel Stand) | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2992 x 1344 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2400 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 | Exynos 1380 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Pros
- Outstanding camera system with 5x telephoto
- Seven years of OS and security updates
- Bright 2400-nit Super Actua display
- Built-in temperature sensor
- On-device AI features
Cons
- Tensor G3 prone to thermal throttling
- Slow 30W wired charging
- Heavy at 213 g
- Expensive at launch
Samsung Galaxy A35
Pros
- Solid build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides
- Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Long-lasting 5000 mAh battery
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS upgrades promised
Cons
- Only 6 GB RAM in base configuration
- Wi-Fi 5 is dated for 2024
- Exynos 1380 trails Snapdragon 7 chips
- Slow 25W charging with no in-box charger
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