Overall Score
73.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#221)73.8
Performance(#262)79.0
Camera(#116)57.0
Display(#200)88.5
Battery(#524)69.0
Build(#1018)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Google Pixel 8a
Short Review
- The Google Pixel 8a, released on May 7, 2024, features a compact design with dimensions of 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 188g, utilizing a glass front, aluminum frame, and plastic back.
- Its 6.1-inch OLED display supports HDR and a 120Hz refresh rate, achieving a peak brightness of 2000 nits and a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
- Powered by the Google Tensor G3 chipset, it offers strong performance with a nona-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor with OIS and a 13 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30 or 60fps.
- Battery capacity is 4492mAh, supporting 18W wired and wireless charging for extended usage.
- Running on Android 14, the device is upgradable to Android 15 and promises up to seven major updates.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC.
- The Pixel 8a also features stereo speakers but lacks a headphone jack.
- It is available in Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, and Aloe colors.
- Overall, the Pixel 8a combines a solid build, impressive display, and capable performance with a versatile camera system.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, May 07
Announced2024, May 07
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.1"
TypeOLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~430 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetGoogle Tensor G3 (4 nm)
CPUNona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPUImmortalis-G715s MC10
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera64 MP
Main Camera Details64 MP (16 MP eff.), f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4492 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4492 mAh
Charging Details18W wired, PD3.07.5W wirelessBypass charging (w/ "Limit to 80%" option enabled)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm (5.99 x 2.86 x 0.35 in)
Weight188 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsObsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual/tri-band (market/region dependent)
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.2
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
OS VersionAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo