I’m a staunch supporter of phones that offer exceptional bang-for-the-buck value, which is probably why the last few phones I’ve bought with my own money have all been under $500. Google's Pixel A series has continually been in contention for the best cheap phones each year — and the Pixel 8a doesn’t deviate from trend. Yes, it gets a minor facelift with the design, but where the Pixel 8a truly impresses me is its robust software package.
So far this year, phones such as the Nothing Phone 2a, OnePlus 12R, and Samsung Galaxy A35 all pose threats to the Pixel 8a, so Google needs to set the record straight that the Pixel 8a is the undisputed best cheap phone champion when all is said and done. This could be the phone that sets the benchmark for all other midrange phones released this year.
