| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $190.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 90 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
|
| Launch | Announced | 2024, May 07 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, May 14 | |
| Body | Dimensions | 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm (5.99 x 2.86 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | |
| Features | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | Type | OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 90.3 cm2 (~81.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~430 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Platform | OS | Android 14, upgradable to Android 17, up to 7 major OS updates |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) | |
| CPU | Nona-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.37 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x1.70 GHz Cortex-A510) | |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MP7 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | |
| Features | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | Dual |
64 MP (16 MP eff.), f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm |
| Features | HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual/tri-band (market/region dependent) |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 4492 mAh |
| Charging |
18W wired, PD3.0 7.5W wireless Bypass charging |
|
| Misc | Colors | Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe |
| Models | GKV4X, G6GPR, G8HHN, G576D | |
| Price | £ 190.00 / € 225.00 / $ 259.00 | |
| EU LABEL | Energy | Class B |
| Battery | 40:06h endurance, 1000 cycles | |
| Free fall | Class A (270 falls) | |
| Repairability | Class B | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
AnTuTu: 1193520 (v10) GeekBench: 4384 (v6) 3DMark: 2427 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1508 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Loudspeaker | -26.5 LUFS (Good) | |
| Battery | Active use score 11:25h | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 83h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Google Pixel 8a
Advantages
- Comprehensive 5G band compatibility for future-proof mobile data speeds
- Vibrant AMOLED display delivering rich contrast ratios and deep black levels with fluid 120Hz refresh rate
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Google Tensor G3 (4 nm)
- High-detail 64MP primary camera sensor backed by Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Convenient wireless charging capability for cord-free desk replenishment
Disadvantages
- Omission of a 3.5mm headphone jack (requires Type-C adapter or wireless audio)
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
- Polycarbonate exterior shell rather than premium glass or aluminum alloys
Crafted for users who push their hardware through intensive daily workloads, the Google Pixel 8a presents a robust, confidence-inspiring build that does not compromise on longevity. The front interface is anchored by an expansive AMOLED measuring 6.1 inches paired with an energetic 120Hz refresh rate, engineered to maintain crisp visibility even under challenging outdoor lighting conditions.
Underneath the hood, compute resilience is marshaled by the powerful Google Tensor G3 (4 nm). Heavy background downloads, intensive 3D rendering, and continuous navigation operate without thermal throttling or frame drops, demonstrating exemplary sustained performance. In terms of mobile photography, the camera module—centered on a 64MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—delivers consistent detail retention, accurate shadows, and responsive point-and-shoot reliability.
Replenishment speed and cell resilience are spearheaded by a 4492mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds alongside wireless charging convenience to keep active power users moving forward without hesitation. The Google Pixel 8a proves itself an authoritative, high-endurance package ready for grueling everyday demands.
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