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COMPARISON
space and the 3a and 3a XL targeting budget-
conscious buyers:Pixel 3a: £399
Pixel 3a XL: £469
Pixel 3: £739
Pixel 3 XL: £869Miscellaneous
Other than the categories above, there are a few more
things that are different between the Pixel 3 and 3a.
The Pixel 3 is rated for IP68 dust and water protection,
meaning you can dunk it in 1.5m of water for up to 30
minutes. Also, if you’re a VR fan, you won’t be able to
use the Pixel 3a with Google’s Daydream headset.Verdict
If you’re considering the smaller form factor, the Pixel
3 and 3a are extremely similar. They both have 1080p
OLED displays, the same rear camera, very similar
batteries, and bezel-heavy designs. So the difference
really comes down to whether the Pixel 3’s faster
processor, dual selfie cam, wireless charging, and
water resistance are worth an extra £340.
When it comes to the XL, the display on the Pixel
3 XL is both bigger and denser than the 3a, and
otherwise the differences are pretty much the same as
they are for the smaller models. The price difference is
wider: £470. That means you can actually buy a Pixel
3a and a Pixel 3a XL for less than the price of the 3 XL.