Google Pixel 8a – Full Specifications & First look

The Google Pixel 8a is an upcoming mid-range smartphone that boasts some high-end features. It’s powered by Google’s latest Tensor G3 chip, which promises fast performance and security. The Pixel 8a also has a lot to offer in the camera , with a powerful dual rear camera system and a capable front-facing camera. Both the front and rear cameras are capable of shooting high-quality videos.

Google Pixel 8a

Announced on	7 May , 2024
Launch Date	Expected to release on 14 May , 2024

Display

Display
Type	OLED
Size	6.1 inches, 90.3 cm² ( 81.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio ( 430 ppi density)
Refresh rate	120Hz
Brightness	2000 nits (peak)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
	HDR
	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

BODY

BODY
Dimensions (HxWxT, mm)	152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm (5.99 x 2.86 x 0.35 in)
Weight	188 g (6.63 oz)
Design & Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back
Sim	Nano-SIM and eSIM

Ports & Buttons

Ports & Buttons
Upper side	Noise cancelling microphone
right side	Power button , Volume rocker
Left side	Sim card tray
Bottom	Speaker grill , USB Type-C® 3.2

Camera

Camera
Dual Camera	64 MP, Aperture : f/1.9, 26mm , 1/1.73″, 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Ultrawide	13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ , 1.12µm
Features	Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS

Selfie Camera
Single Camera	13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm
Features	Auto-HDR, panorama
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery

Battery
Type , Capacity	Li-Po 4492 mAh, non-removable
Charging	Wired, PD3.0

Connectivity

Connectivity
Wifi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual/tri-band (market/region dependent)
Bluetooth	5.3 version , A2DP, LE
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
NFC	Yes
Radio	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.2

Network

Network
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G Bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G Bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 66 – G6GPR (International)
	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 71 – G8HHN (USA), GKV4X (NA)
5G Bands	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 76, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 – G6GPR (International)
	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 – GKV4X (NA)
	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave – G8HHN (USA)
Speed	HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G

Performance

The Pixel 8a runs on the latest Android 14 and comes in two storage options: 128GB or 256GB, with 8GB of RAM. It also boasts a long-lasting 4492 mAh battery with fast wired charging and wireless charging capabilities.

Performance
Operating System	Android 14
Processor	Google Tensor G3 (4 nm)
CPU	Nona-core (1×3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4×2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4×2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU	Immortalis-G715s MC10

Features

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Sound

Sound
Speakers	Yes , with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack	No

Storage & Memory

Storage & Memory
RAM	8GB RAM LPDDR5x
Storage	128GB , 256GB UFS 3.1
Card slot	No

Other

Other
Colours Options	Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe
Price	₹52,999 / $499.00 / £499.00 / € 549.00
Models	GKV4X, G6GPR, G8HHN, G576D
Antutu score	1 million

What’s in the box?

Google Pixel 8a
Usb – C to C Cable
Sim ejector tool
Quick start guide
Quick switch adaptor , for easy to transfer your stuff from your old phone.

The Magic of Google Ai

Google Pixel 8a boasts several features powered by Google AI that enhance your smartphone experience. Like

Magic Eraser : Lets you effortlessly remove unwanted objects from your photos.
Smart photography : Google’s AI helps capture stunning photos and videos. Features like Night Sight allow for clear low-light shots, and Real Tone ensures accurate skin tones in portraits.
Photo Unblur: Restore blurry photos, both old and new, to clarity using the magic of Google AI.
Google Assistant, powered by AI, can help you manage tasks, make calls, set reminders, and more, using just your voice.
Audio magic eraser
best take
Magic editor

The Google Pixel 8a is a mid-range phone with high-end features. It has a powerful Google Tensor G3 chip, a long-lasting 4492 mAh battery, and a beautiful 6.1-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The camera system is also excellent, with a 64MP main sensor and a 13MP ultrawide sensor. The Pixel 8a is available in four colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, and Aloe. The price starts at $499. Overall, the Google Pixel 8a is a great option for users who are looking for a powerful and affordable phone with a great camera.

FAQ?

Q: What are the main features of the Pixel 8a?

1) Powerful camera system with a 64MP main lens and AI-powered features like Best Take and Magic Eraser for photos and videos.
2) Google Tensor G3 chip for fast performance and security.
3) Up to 7 years of software updates and security patches.
4) All-day battery life.
5) Clean Android experience with Pixel-exclusive features.

Q: When was Pixel 8a released?

Ans. Google Pixel 8a Expected to release on 14 May, 2024

Q: Does the Google Pixel 8a have expandable storage?.

Ans. No, the Pixel 8a does not have a microSD card slot for expandable storage

Q: What is the price of the Pixel 8a?

Ans. The starting price of the Pixel 8a is $499 for the 8GB + 128GB model.

Q: Does the Pixel 8a have a headphone jack?

Ans. No, the Pixel 8a does not have a headphone jack.

Q: How many rear cameras does the Pixel 8a have?

Ans. The Pixel 8a has a dual rear camera system consisting of a 64MP main sensor and a 13MP ultrawide sensor.

Q: Is the Pixel 8a water resistant?

Ans. Yes, the Pixel 8a is water resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.