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Google Pixel 4a

Quick Overview & Expert Insights

Google Pixel 4a was announced in August 2020. Google Pixel 4a is powered by Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8 nm), optimized for AI-driven tasks, photography, and smooth real-world usage, with benchmark figures such as AnTuTu score of 320,000 and Geekbench score of 540 / 1,650.

It features a 5.81 inches, 83.2 cm2 Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a Li-Po 3140 mAh battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. Google’s camera system (12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS) focuses on computational photography for consistent and natural-looking results.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • Google Tensor chip optimized for AI features, photography, and smooth everyday performance.
  • Fast charging support (as listed).
  • Clean Android experience with timely updates directly from Google.
  • Strong computational photography and AI-powered camera features.
  • Enhanced on-device security and privacy protections.

Cons

  • Not primarily focused on heavy gaming performance compared to flagship Snapdragon rivals.

Expert opinion

Google Pixel 4a is powered by Google’s Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8 nm) chip, which prioritizes AI-driven features, computational photography, and smooth real-world performance rather than raw benchmark dominance. Its Li-Po 3140 mAh battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks.

Key Specs

Battery Capacity: Li-Po 3140 mAh
Os: Android 10, upgradable to Android 13
Chipset: Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8 nm)
Ram: 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB
Type: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Size: 5.81 inches, 83.2 cm2
Main: 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Features: HDR

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Google Pixel 4a
Antutu
320000
Geekbench
540 / 1650

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: Li-Po 3140 mAh
Battery Charging: 18W wired, PD2.0

Colors

Camera

Main Camera

Main: 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Features: HDR
Video Quality: 1080p@30fps

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 8 MP
Selfie Camera Features: F/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1.12µm
Video Quality: 1080p@30fps

Hardware

Os: Android 10, upgradable to Android 13
Chipset: Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8 nm)
Cpu: Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver)
Gpu: Adreno 618
Clock: 2x 2.20 GHz Kryo 470 Gold (A76), 6x 1.80 GHz Kryo 470 Silver (A55)
Cores: 8
Ram: 6GB RAM
Storage: 128GB
Storage Type: UFS 2.1
Cardslot: No

Display

Type: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Size: 5.81 inches, 83.2 cm2
Resolution: 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~443 ppi density)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Features

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS
Nfc: Yes
Usb: USB Type-C 3.1
Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Sim: Nano-SIM + eSIM

Sound

Loudspeaker: Yes, with stereo speakers
Audiojack: Yes

Announcement

Network: GSM / HSPA / LTE
Announcement Month: August
Announcement Year: 2020
Dimensions: 144 x 69.4 x 8.2 mm (5.67 x 2.73 x 0.32 in)
Weight: 143 g
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