Samsung and Google make some of the best mid-range Android phones on the market. They’re loaded with great software, backed by stellar software support, and include plenty of flagship-level features. The Pixel A and Galaxy S FE lines are two of the best examples, and with the Pixel 10a now available to challenge the Galaxy S25 FE, the new question is which of these two devices is best.
The Pixel 10a is smaller and lighter
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I’m done with large, heavy phones, and the Pixel 10a thankfully keeps its footprint minimal. It uses the same exoskeleton as the Pixel 9a, weighing 183 grams and measuring 153.9 x 73 x 9mm. That’s a really compact device compared to modern behemoths.
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Sure, the phone is a little thick, but it’s not unwieldy. Additionally, the lack of a prominent camera bump gives the 10a an almost completely smooth rear plate.
In a world of large, unwieldy phones, the Pixel 10a stands out as a compact alternative.
In contrast, the Galaxy S25 FE is much larger and heavier. I’ve been using its predecessor for more than a year, and its lax ergonomics has become a considerable problem for my daily comfort. And while Samsung has addressed this issue by trimming weight off the S25 FE, it’s still 7g heavier than the Pixel with a longer and wider frame (161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4mm). This will be a pro to some, but as I’m trending towards smaller phones, I do find the Pixel 10a a more attractive proposition.
The Pixel 10a has a brighter, denser screen
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