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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.

Google Pixel 8 Pro
Google
Google Pixel 8 Pro
$999
8.7/10
Winner
VS
Samsung Galaxy A35
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A35
$400
7.1/10

Full Specifications

SpecGoogle Pixel 8 ProSamsung Galaxy A35
SoftwareAndroid 14Android 14, One UI 6.1
Body
Weight213 g209 g
MaterialAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+
IP ratingIP68IP67
Dimensions162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm161.7 x 78.0 x 8.2 mm
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera10.5 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
Video4K@60fps4K@30fps
Telephoto48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom5 MP macro
Ultrawide48 MP, f/1.95, 125.5-degree8 MP, f/2.2
Memory
RAM12 GB6 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB128 GB, 256 GB
Battery
Capacity5050 mAh5000 mAh
Charging30W wired25W wired
Wireless charging23W (Pixel Stand)
Display
Size6.7 inches6.6 inches
TypeLTPO OLEDSuper AMOLED
Resolution2992 x 13442340 x 1080
Refresh rate1-120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)24001000
Processor
CPUNona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz)
GPUImmortalis-G715s MC10Mali-G68 MP5
ChipsetGoogle Tensor G3Exynos 1380
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 3.2USB-C 2.0
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

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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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