Weight: 188g
Dimensions: 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9mm
Screen size: 6.1-inch
Resolution: 1080 x 2400
Chipset: Google Tensor G3
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128GB/256GB
Battery: 4,492mAh
Rear camera: 64MP+13MP
Front camera: 13MP
Almost everything about the Pixel 8a, barring its battery life and cameras, feels near-flagship quality. It has a broadly similar design to the Pixel 7a, but the newer phone gets a much better software support committment.
For
- Future-facing AI tools
- Great design and color options
- Seven years of Android updates
Against
- Cameras are good, not great
- Battery life could be better
- Not as cheap as it could be
Weight: 193.5g
Dimensions: 152 x 72.9 x 9mm
Screen size: 6.1-inch
Resolution: 1080 x 2400
Chipset: Google Tensor G2
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128GB
Battery: 4,385mAh
Rear camera: 64MP+13MP
Front camera: 13MP
The Pixel 7a boasts great cameras and power for its price, but is let down by so-so battery life and a lackluster three-year software support commitment.
For
- Almost as fast as the Pixel 7 Pro
- Great photo capabilities and editing tools
- Slick Android interface is a pleasure to use
Against
- Battery won't last all day
- Only three years of Android updates
- Too expensive given the compromises
