Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) vs Samsung SM-A566W Galaxy A56 5G 2025 Standard Edition TD-LTE CA 256GB (Samsung A566): Which One Should You Buy?

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 71.4/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Google · 2025

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

71/ 100

Launch price$499

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Samsung · 2025

Samsung SM-A566W Galaxy A56 5G 2025 Standard Edition TD-LTE CA 256GB (Samsung A566)

71/ 100

Launch pricePrice on request

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Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) wins 0 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

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Samsung SM-A566W Galaxy A56 5G 2025 Standard Edition TD-LTE CA 256GB (Samsung A566)

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At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)Samsung SM-A566W Galaxy A56 5G 2025 Standard Edition TD-LTE CA 256GB (Samsung A566)

Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

• SpeedTie
  80

  80
• CameraTie
  60

  60
• VideoNot enough data
• SelfieNot enough data
• BatteryTie
  86

  86
• DisplayTie
  62

  62
• ConnectivityNot enough data
• SecurityNot enough data
• ValueTie
  68

  68

Key differences

• Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) has the bigger battery5,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
• Samsung SM-A566W Galaxy A56 5G 2025 Standard Edition TD-LTE CA 256GB (Samsung A566) has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.3"
• Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) is lighter185.9 g vs 198 g
• Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G4 vs Samsung Exynos 1580 5G S5E8855

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Reasons to buy Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

• ✓12.099999999999994 g lighter (185.9 g), easier to hold
• ✓$9500 cheaper at launch ($499 vs $9999)
• ✓Bigger 5,100 mAh battery (+100 mAh)

Reasons to buy Samsung SM-A566W Galaxy A56 5G 2025 Standard Edition TD-LTE CA 256GB (Samsung A566)

• ✓6.7" display

Full specifications

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Specification	Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)	Samsung SM-A566W Galaxy A56 5G 2025 Standard Edition TD-LTE CA 256GB (Samsung A566)
1. Display & Screen
Screen type	AM-OLED display	AM-OLED display
Screen Size	6.3"	6.7"
Resolution & Density	1080x2424 (421 ppi)	1080x2340 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	60 Hz
Brightness	2,700 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Not listed	Not listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / Processor	Google Tensor G4 (4nm)	Samsung Exynos 1580 5G S5E8855 (4nm)
CPU Cores	Not listed	Not listed
GPU Graphics	Mali-G715 MP7	Samsung Xclipse 540
Operating System	Android 15	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB	256GB
Storage Speed	Not listed	Not listed
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera	48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN3	N/A
Telephoto Zoom	None (digital zoom only)	Not listed
Ultrawide Camera	13 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	Not listed
5. Video
Main Camera Video	Not listed	Not listed
Front Video	Not listed	Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	13 MP, f/2.2	N/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm	N/A
Weight	185.9 g	198 g
Build Materials	Not listed	Not listed
SIM Type	Not listed	Not listed
Water Resistance	IP68	Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity	5,100 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	23W wired fast charging	N/A
Wireless Charging	7W wireless charging	Not listed
Reverse Charging	Not listed	Not listed
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Not listed	Not listed
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Not listed
Bluetooth	5.3	Not listed
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	Not listed
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Not listed	Not listed
Satellite Features	Not listed	Not listed
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Not listed	Not listed
Launch Price	$499	Price on request