After a long wait, the Google Pixel 8a is finally here.
The announcement of the device came a bit earlier than expected, but it just makes sense, as the full specs sheet of the device was leaked just a few days ago. This leaves Google with almost nothing to unveil, but its official announcement is still a welcome move for fans.
As the search giant shared, the Pixel 8a becomes the most affordable model in the Pixel 8 lineup. As usual, it still carries the generic Pixel design elements, but some improvements have also been made, including the corners that are now rounded. This makes Pixel 8a appear more like the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro than the earlier generations of Pixel phones.
Google’s Tensor G3 chipset powers the device, and it is complemented by Titan M2 and 8GB LPDDR5x RAM. The device comes with 128GB and 256GB storage options and sells for $499/€549/₹52,999 and $559/€609/₹59,999, respectively. Pre-orders of the device are now available, and it should hit the stores on May 14.
Here are more details finally confirmed and shared by Google itself about the new Pixel 8a model:
- Tensor G3 chipset, Titan M2
- 8GB LPDDR5x RAM
- 128GB ($499/€549/₹52,999) and 256GB ($559/€609/₹59,999) UFS 3.1 storage options
- Android 14
- 6.1” OLED screen with 2400 x 1800 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 2000 nits peak brightness, and a layer of Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3 for display protection
- Rear Camera System: 64MP f1.89 primary unit and a 13MP f2.2 ultrawide
- Selfie: 13MP f2.2 unit
- Up to 4K/60fps video shooting capability
- 4492mAh battery
- 18W wired fast charging, plus Qi wireless charging support
- Bay, Aloe, Porcelain, and Obsidian colors
- Plastic back
- Aluminum frame
- IP67 dust and water-resistant rating
- In-display fingerprint sensor
- Additional Features: Live HDR+, Ultra HDR, Magic Editor, Best Take, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Face Unblur, Real Tone, Top Shot, Circle to Search, Pixel Call Assist, Audio Emoji, and Gemini
- 7 years of OS support
