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Google Pixel 8a by Google
Starting from $499.00
Launch price for the base storage/RAM variant
Disclaimer: The price shown is the official launch price (MSRP) for the base storage/RAM configuration.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Google's 2024 budget Pixel, bringing the flagship Tensor G3 chip and a 120Hz display down to $499.
About Google Pixel 8a
The Pixel 8a brought the same Tensor G3 chip used in the flagship Pixel 8 series to Google's budget line, along with a 120Hz OLED Actua display, a notable upgrade from the 90Hz screens on earlier a-series Pixels. It kept the 64MP main camera introduced on the Pixel 7a and added 7 years of promised software updates, matching the flagship Pixel 8. It launched in Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, and Aloe.
Full Specifications
Imported
Processor
Google Tensor G3, 4nm
Operating System
Android 14 (7 years of updates)
Display Size
6.1 inches
Display Resolution
1080 x 2400 pixels
Display Type
OLED Actua, 120Hz
Refresh Rate
120Hz
Rear Camera
64MP wide (OIS) + 13MP ultrawide
Front Camera
13MP
RAM
8GB (LPDDR5X)
Internal Storage
128GB / 256GB
Network
5G
Battery Capacity
4492 mAh
Water Resistance
IP67
Charging
18W wired, 7.5W Qi wireless
Colors
Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe
Known Issues & Fixes
| Issue | Solution / Fix |
|---|---|
| Some users noted slower 7.5W wireless charging compared to the 12W+ found on flagship Pixel 8 models. | Not fixable via software; a known hardware limitation of the a-series tier. |
| A number of users reported the phone running warm during extended camera use in direct sunlight. | Improved through subsequent software updates optimizing thermal management. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors does the Pixel 8a come in?
Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, and Aloe.
What chip powers the Pixel 8a?
The same Google Tensor G3 chip found in the flagship Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.
How many years of software updates does it get?
Google promises 7 years of OS, security, and Feature Drop updates, matching the flagship Pixel 8 series.
Is it waterproof?
It has an IP67 rating, protecting against dust and up to 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.
Does it have a microSD card slot?
No, storage is fixed at 128GB or 256GB.
Does it have a headphone jack?
No, there is no 3.5mm headphone jack.
Is 5G supported?
Yes.
