Google Pixel 8a

Quick Overview & Expert Insights

Google Pixel 8a was announced in May 2024. Google Pixel 8a is powered by Google Tensor G3 (4 nm), Titan M2TM security coprocessor, optimized for AI-driven tasks, photography, and smooth real-world usage, with benchmark figures such as AnTuTu score of 1,110,000 and Geekbench score of 1,650 / 4,150.

It features a 6.1 inches, 90.3 cm2 Corning® Gorilla® Glass™ 3 cover glass, Actua display display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a Li-Po 4492 mAh battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. Google’s camera system (64 MP (16 MP eff.), f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120? (ultrawide), 1.12µm) focuses on computational photography for consistent and natural-looking results.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • High RAM for smoother multitasking.
  • 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

  • No 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Not primarily focused on heavy gaming performance compared to flagship Snapdragon rivals.

Expert opinion

Google Pixel 8a is powered by Google’s Google Tensor G3 (4 nm), Titan M2TM security coprocessor chip, which prioritizes AI-driven features, computational photography, and smooth real-world performance rather than raw benchmark dominance. Its Li-Po 4492 mAh battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The Corning® Gorilla® Glass™ 3 cover glass, Actua display display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks.

Key Specs

Battery Capacity: Li-Po 4492 mAh
Os: Android 14, upgradable to Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Chipset: Google Tensor G3 (4 nm), Titan M2TM security coprocessor
Ram: 8GB RAM
Storage: 128GB , 256GB
Type: Corning® Gorilla® Glass™ 3 cover glass, Actua display
Size: 6.1 inches, 90.3 cm2
Main: 64 MP (16 MP eff.), f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120? (ultrawide), 1.12µm
Features: Super Res Zoom up to 8x11, Optical and electronic image stabilization on wide, Lens correction

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Google Pixel 8a
Antutu
1,110,000
Geekbench
1650 / 4150

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: Li-Po 4492 mAh
Battery Charging: 18W wired, PD3.0 7.5W wireless Bypass charging

Colors


Camera

Main Camera

Main: 64 MP (16 MP eff.), f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120? (ultrawide), 1.12µm
Features: Super Res Zoom up to 8x11, Optical and electronic image stabilization on wide, Lens correction
Video Quality: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 13 MP
Selfie Camera Features: 1.12 ?m pixel width, ƒ/2.2 aperture, Fixed focus, 96.5° ultrawide field of view
Video Quality: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

Hardware

Os: Android 14, upgradable to Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Chipset: Google Tensor G3 (4 nm), Titan M2TM security coprocessor
Cpu: Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)
Gpu: Immortalis-G715s MC10
Clock: 1x 3.00 GHz Cortex-X3, 4x 2.45 GHz Cortex-A715, 4x 2.15 GHz Cortex-A510
Cores: 9
Ram: 8GB RAM
Storage: 128GB , 256GB
Storage Type: UFS 3.1
Cardslot: No

Display

Type: Corning® Gorilla® Glass™ 3 cover glass, Actua display
Size: 6.1 inches, 90.3 cm2
Resolution: 1080 x 2400 OLED at 430 PPI
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Mohs level 5
Extra Features: 1,400 nits (HDR) and up to 2,000 nits (peak brightness)

Features

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual/tri-band (market/region dependent)
Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
Nfc: Yes
Usb: USB Type-C 3.2
Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Sim: Nano-SIM + eSIM

Sound

Loudspeaker: -26.5 LUFS (Good)
Audiojack: No

Announcement

Network: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Announcement Month: May
Announcement Year: 2024
Dimensions: 6.0 height x 2.9 width x 0.4 depth (inches)
Weight: 189 g
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