Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57

Samsung Galaxy A57 comes out ahead overall, scoring 55% to 45% across the categories compared — particularly main camera resolution (50 MP vs 48 MP).

Google Pixel 10a scored 45%, Samsung Galaxy A57 scored 55%.

Google Pixel 10a is priced around $449, Samsung Galaxy A57 around $490.

How Google Pixel 10a and Samsung Galaxy A57 Rank

Google Pixel 10a

Tensor G4 ranks in the top 68% of 37 chipsets we track.

P-OLED display ranks in the top 69% of 16 display types we track.

Aluminum build ranks in the top 60% of 5 build materials we track.

Wi-Fi 6E ranks in the top 50% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.

4K@30fps front camera video ranks in the top 72% of 7 front-video specs we track.

4K@30/60fps main camera video ranks in the top 38% of 16 video-recording specs we track.

Samsung Galaxy A57

Exynos 1680 ranks in the top 79% of 37 chipsets we track.

Super AMOLED+ display ranks in the top 82% of 16 display types we track.

Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.

Wi-Fi 6E ranks in the top 50% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.

4K@30fps front camera video ranks in the top 72% of 7 front-video specs we track.

4K@30fps main camera video ranks in the top 88% of 16 video-recording specs we track.

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Display

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Display size 6.3 in 6.7 in
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Brightness 2000 nits 1200 nits
Display type P-OLED Super AMOLED+
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1080 x 2340

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Camera

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Main camera resolution 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide camera resolution 13 MP 12 MP
Front camera resolution 13 MP 12 MP
Main aperture 1.7 f 1.8 f
Front aperture 2.2 f 2.2 f
Ultrawide aperture 2.2 f 2.2 f
Optical image stabilization Yes Yes
Main video 4K@30/60fps 4K@30fps
Front video 4K@30fps 4K@30fps
Camera features Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Battery

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Battery capacity 5100 mAh 5000 mAh
Wired charging 30 W 45 W
Wireless charging 30 W 15 W
Charging port USB-C USB-C

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Performance

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Storage 128 GB 128 GB
Chipset Tensor G4 Exynos 1680
Storage options 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB, 256GB, 512GB

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Network & Connectivity

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
5G (sub-6) Yes Yes
5G (mmWave) No No
5G capable Yes Yes
NFC Yes Yes
Bluetooth version 6 6
Wi-Fi generation 6 6
SIM type Nano-SIM/eSIM Nano-SIM/eSIM

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Build & Design

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Weight 183 g 179 g
Thickness 9 mm 6.9 mm
Build material Aluminum Glass/Aluminum
IP rating IP68 IP68
Available colors Obsidian, Fog, Berry, Lavender Navy, Gray, Icyblue, Lilac

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: OS & Software

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Operating system Android One UI 8.5
OS version 16 16
Update policy 7 Updates 6 Updates

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Audio

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Dolby Atmos No No
Stereo speakers Yes Yes
Headphone jack No No

Google Pixel 10a vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Extras & Features

Spec Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a Samsung Galaxy A57 Samsung Galaxy A57
Desktop mode No No
Stylus support No No
Satellite connectivity No No
Wireless reverse charging No No

Where each phone wins

Google Pixel 10a

  • Battery capacity: 5100 mAh (vs 5000 mAh)
  • Wireless charging: 30 W (vs 15 W)
  • Ultrawide camera resolution: 13 MP (vs 12 MP)
  • Front camera resolution: 13 MP (vs 12 MP)
  • Main aperture: 1.7 f (vs 1.8 f)
  • Brightness: 2000 nits (vs 1200 nits)

Samsung Galaxy A57

  • Wired charging: 45 W (vs 30 W)
  • Main camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 48 MP)
  • Display size: 6.7 in (vs 6.3 in)
  • Weight: 179 g (vs 183 g)
  • Thickness: 6.9 mm (vs 9 mm)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better battery capacity, the Google Pixel 10a or the Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Google Pixel 10a has the better battery capacity at 5100 mAh, versus 5000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A57.

Which has the better main camera resolution, the Google Pixel 10a or the Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A57 has the better main camera resolution at 50 MP, versus 48 MP on the Google Pixel 10a.

Which has the better display size, the Google Pixel 10a or the Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A57 has the better display size at 6.7 in, versus 6.3 in on the Google Pixel 10a.

Which has the better weight, the Google Pixel 10a or the Samsung Galaxy A57?

The Samsung Galaxy A57 has the better weight at 179 g, versus 183 g on the Google Pixel 10a.