Google Pixel 8 leads
by 7 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 8 leads overall versus Galaxy A36. Software: 100 vs 80.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 8
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Samsung Galaxy A36
Best for users who prioritize battery.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone B leads | 6.2" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1080 x 2400Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Phone A leads | 2000 nitsBetter | 1900 nits |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 424 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Yes | Not available |
Display Protection Needs more data | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Geekbench (Single)
Storage
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone B leads | 8GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Needs more data | LPDDR5X | Not available |
CPU Clock Phone A leads | 2.91GHzBetter | 2.4GHz |
CPU Cores Needs more data | 9 | Not available |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone A leads | 1x2.91GHz + 4x2.37GHz + 4x1.70GHzBetter | 4x2.4GHz + 4x1.8GHz |
Benchmark Score Phone A leads | 1158631Better | 613492 |
AnTuTu Score Phone A leads | 1158631Better | 613492 |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | 3526 | Not available |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone A leads | 4404Better | 2917 |
Storage Close match | 256GB | 256GB |
Storage Type Phone A leads | UFS 3.1Better | UFS 2.2 |
Chipset Phone A leads | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm)Better | Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Mali-G715 MP7 | Adreno 710 |
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Camera
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 50MP | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 50MP + 12MP | 50MP + 8MP + 5MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.31Better | 1/1.96 |
Rear Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.7Better | f/1.8 |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | 8x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDRBetter | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Phone B leads | 10.5MP | 12MPBetter |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Samsung ISOCELL 3J1 | Not available |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fpsBetter | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 10-bit HDR |
Camera Features Needs more data | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 8 generally outperforms Galaxy A36 across key categories. Display Size: 6.7" vs 6.2" This makes Pixel 8 the better choice for most users, though Galaxy A36 may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Pixel 8 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for users who need long battery life. Galaxy A36 provides extended usage with efficient power management.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 56,000 – Rs 98,000 | ≈ Rs 59,615 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy A36 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Google Pixel 8 wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Google Pixel 8 is the better choice overall, winning in 5 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy A36 advantage), Resolution (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 8 advantage), RAM (Samsung Galaxy A36 advantage).
Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Samsung Galaxy A36 tends to last longer on a charge.
Google Pixel 8: non-PTA approximately Rs 56,000 – Rs 98,000; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy A36: non-PTA approximately Rs 59,615; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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