Samsung Galaxy S25+ / Google Pixel 8a

All models in the series use the same chip, a Snapdragon 8 Elite version tuned to higher clocks for Galaxy.

It is the same chip as the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

There is no card slot; the 256 GB option is not offered in every country.

The refresh rate drops as low as 1 Hz depending on content to save power. Vision Booster adjusts tones in bright light. Accounting for rounded corners the visible area is 6.5 inches.

The always-on display shows the time, notifications and the song playing nearby (Now Playing) at low power while the phone is locked.

Samsung says the frame contains at least 20% recycled aluminium by weight.

The 3x telephoto keeps more detail than a digital crop for close portraits and distant subjects.

Wireless PowerShare lets the back of the phone wirelessly charge accessories such as earbuds or a watch. The 45W adapter may be sold separately.

Wi-Fi 7 brings higher speeds and lower latency only with a compatible router.

Dust-tight and resistant to fresh water for a set depth and time; it is not a guarantee for sea water or pool chemicals.

IP67 means full dust protection and resistance to brief immersion; it is one step below IP68. Protection can diminish over time.

The upper limit, 90 Hz on earlier A-series phones, rises to 120 Hz on this model; Google notes it is not available in every app.

HDR brightness is measured with the whole screen lit and peak brightness with only 5% lit.

The aluminium in the housing and camera bar is 100% recycled; the back cover uses 76% recycled plastic.

Super Res Zoom up to 8x is software magnification; there is no telephoto camera.

According to Google, average battery life in testing was at least 31 hours; figures are based on a median user profile.

No charger is included; the box contains a USB-C cable and a Quick Switch adapter for transferring data from an old phone.

The seven years count from the first sale date on the US Google Store; this was the first A-series phone with the promise.