Google · Phones
Google Pixel 8a
Google Pixel 8a is strongest when you care about affordable Pixel and long updates. At about $349, judge it by whether those strengths fix a real daily problem rather than by the longest spec sheet.
Buying verdict
Choose Google Pixel 8a if affordable Pixel matters more than chasing the absolute top-tier option. Skip it if charging is slow.
Score
8.4 / 10
Reference price
$349
Released
May 14, 2024
Reference price, not a live offer. Editorial data date Jul 27, 2026. Specs and availability can vary by configuration, region, and retailer. Status: available.
No official product reference is published for this entry yet. Treat listed specifications as editorial reference data and confirm purchase-critical details with the manufacturer.
Should you buy it?
A practical ownership call
- Buy it if you want affordable Pixel and long updates.
- Skip it if foldables and ultra-thin designs introduce durability trade-offs.
- Check current US street pricing before paying launch-level money.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Strong everyday fit for affordable Pixel
- Software support window is easier to plan around
- Reference US pricing around $349 makes the trade-offs easier to evaluate
Cons
- Foldables and ultra-thin designs introduce durability trade-offs
- Higher-end rivals can still justify the jump if you need peak performance
- Storage and RAM configs get expensive once you leave the base model
Key specs
- Display
- 6.1-inch Actua OLED Needs confirmation
- Panel Type
- OLED Needs confirmation
- Refresh Rate
- 60-120Hz Needs confirmation
- Resolution
- 2400 x 1080 Needs confirmation
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G3 Needs confirmation
- Memory
- 8GB Needs confirmation
- Storage
- 128GB / 256GB Needs confirmation
- Expandable Storage
- No microSD Needs confirmation
Buying scores
Camera
8.5
Battery
7.7
Display
8
Performance
7.8
Software Support
9.6
Value
8.8
Compare
Compare with similar products
Choose any phones alternative. Curated pairs open an editorial decision; every other pair opens a specs-only comparison.
Curated comparisons for Google Pixel 8a
Alternatives
Nothing
Nothing Phone (3a)
Choose Nothing Phone (3a) if design-led Android matters more than chasing the absolute top-tier option. Skip it if no wireless charging.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A56
Choose Samsung Galaxy A56 if mid-range Android matters more than chasing the absolute top-tier option. Skip it if no telephoto zoom.
Featured in rankings
Popular comparisons
Google Pixel 8a vs Nothing Phone (2a): Which Should You Buy?
Compare Google Pixel 8a and Nothing Phone (2a) by camera reliability, battery life, software support, carrier compatibility, display quality, and resale.
Google Pixel 8a vs Nothing Phone (3a): Which Should You Buy?
Compare Google Pixel 8a and Nothing Phone (3a) by camera reliability, battery life, software support, carrier compatibility, display quality, and resale.
Related guides
Availability, sources, and full notes
US availability
Google Pixel 8a is tracked as a US-market option through official brand channels and mainstream electronics retailers.
Common retailers
Google, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target
Sources and verification
No official product reference is published for this entry yet.
Editorial specification note
Official manufacturer materials, launch documentation, and Snowyme editorial verification as of 2026-07-27.
Editorial price note
Google US launch and street-price patterns are tracked as editorial USD references, not live retailer checkout prices.
Specifications
24 tracked specs across 10 groups · No official product reference is published for this entry yet.
Display
- Display
- 6.1-inch Actua OLED Needs confirmation
- Panel Type
- OLED Needs confirmation
- Refresh Rate
- 60-120Hz Needs confirmation
- Resolution
- 2400 x 1080 Needs confirmation
| Display | 6.1-inch Actua OLED Needs confirmation |
|---|---|
| Panel Type | OLED Needs confirmation |
| Refresh Rate | 60-120Hz Needs confirmation |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 Needs confirmation |
Performance
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G3 Needs confirmation
- Memory
- 8GB Needs confirmation
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 Needs confirmation |
|---|---|
| Memory | 8GB Needs confirmation |
Storage
- Storage
- 128GB / 256GB Needs confirmation
- Expandable Storage
- No microSD Needs confirmation
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB Needs confirmation |
|---|---|
| Expandable Storage | No microSD Needs confirmation |
Camera
- Main Camera
- 64MP wide Needs confirmation
- Ultra Wide
- 13MP ultra wide Needs confirmation
- Telephoto / Zoom
- No telephoto Needs confirmation
- Front Camera
- 13MP front Needs confirmation
- Video Capture
- 4K30 video Needs confirmation
| Main Camera | 64MP wide Needs confirmation |
|---|---|
| Ultra Wide | 13MP ultra wide Needs confirmation |
| Telephoto / Zoom | No telephoto Needs confirmation |
| Front Camera | 13MP front Needs confirmation |
| Video Capture | 4K30 video Needs confirmation |
Battery
- Battery
- 4492mAh Needs confirmation
- Wired Charging
- 18W wired Needs confirmation
- Wireless Charging
- 7.5W wireless Needs confirmation
| Battery | 4492mAh Needs confirmation |
|---|---|
| Wired Charging | 18W wired Needs confirmation |
| Wireless Charging | 7.5W wireless Needs confirmation |
Design
- Weight
- 188g Needs confirmation
- Dimensions
- 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm Needs confirmation
- Build
- Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 3 front Needs confirmation
| Weight | 188g Needs confirmation |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm Needs confirmation |
| Build | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 3 front Needs confirmation |
Durability
- Water Resistance
- IP67 Needs confirmation
| Water Resistance | IP67 Needs confirmation |
|---|
Software
- Operating System
- Android 14 and later stock Android Needs confirmation
- Update Policy
- 7 years OS and security updates Needs confirmation
| Operating System | Android 14 and later stock Android Needs confirmation |
|---|---|
| Update Policy | 7 years OS and security updates Needs confirmation |
Connectivity
- Connectivity
- 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC Needs confirmation
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC Needs confirmation |
|---|
Security
- Biometrics
- Under-display fingerprint, face unlock Needs confirmation
| Biometrics | Under-display fingerprint, face unlock Needs confirmation |
|---|