Google Pixel
Google Pixel 8a
Affordable Pixel with flagship AI features
- Display: 6.1-inch OLED
- Battery: 4492mAh
Price
$499 – $699
Typical retail range — check local retailers before you buy.
Editor score8.8/10
Reader average will appear after the first published user review.
Overview
Google Pixel 8a delivers Google's Tensor G3 chipset, flagship AI features, excellent cameras and long-term Android updates at a more affordable price.
Verdict
What we like — and what gave us pause during testing.
Pros
- Excellent value
- Tensor G3 AI features
- 120Hz display
- Great cameras
- Long software support
Cons
- Slow charging
- Plastic back feel
- No telephoto camera
Full specifications
Verified at publish time — regional SKUs and bands may differ.
| OS | Android 14 |
|---|---|
| UI | Pixel UI |
| CPU | 9-core |
| GPU | Mali-G715 |
| HDR | HDR10+ |
| NFC | Yes |
| RAM | 8GB |
| SIM | Nano SIM + eSIM |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Colors | Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe |
| Status | Available |
| Weight | 188g |
| Battery | 4492mAh |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 |
| Display | 6.1-inch OLED |
| Network | 2G,3G,4G,5G |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB |
| Charging | 18W Fast Charging |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
| Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm |
| Protection | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Fingerprint | Under Display |
| Main Camera | 64MP OIS |
| Memory Card | No |
| Rear Camera | 64MP + 13MP |
| Display Type | Actua Display |
| Front Camera | 13MP |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Release Date | May 2024 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Pixel Density | 430 ppi |
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits |
| Video Recording | 4K HDR |
| Reverse Charging | No |
| Water Resistance | IP67 |
| Always-On Display | Yes |
| Ultra Wide Camera | 13MP |
| Wireless Charging | 7.5W |
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