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Google Pixel 8a: Price, Release Date, Features and News

Higher refresh rate, display brightness, and storage, with the same Tensor G3 processor as the Pixel 8 Pro

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Jon Fisher
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Updated on May 7, 2024

Google unveiled the Pixel 8a in May 2024. Like Google's other A-series phones, this one is aimed at users who crave flagship-level performance at an affordable price. Here is everything important you need to know about the Pixel 8a.

Google Pixel 8a Release Date

Google announced the Pixel 8a on May 7, 2024, just before Google I/O. It will be available starting May 14.

Google Pixel 8a Price Rumors

The Pixel 8a is the same price as the previous A-series Google phone: $499.

Pre-Order Information

The Pixel 8a is available for preorder at the Google Store. Aloe and Bay are two new A-series colors; it's also available in Obsidian and Porcelain.

Google Pixel 8a Features & Specs

Here's a rundown of everything new in this phone and how it compares to the Pixel 8 and Pixel 7a:

  • The 8.1-inch screen is the same size as the Pixel 7a but has the same peak brightness as the Pixel 8, at 2,000 nits.
  • The Pixel 8a comes with a similar camera setup as the Pixel 7a: 64MP dual rear camera, 13MP ultrawide lens, and 13MP front-facing camera. However, to support wider shots, the ultrawide field of view has increased from 95 to 96.5 degrees.
  • In addition to the features supported in the Pixel 7a, this phone adds Best Take, Magic Editor, Audio Magic Eraser, and Ultra HDR.
  • It supports the same 120Hz display as the Pixel 8, an increase from the 90Hz refresh rate in the Pixel 7a.
  • The Pixel 8a is powered by the Google Tensor G3 processor (the Pixel 7a uses the G2). This means it's capable of running Gemini, Audio Magic Eraser, and other AI features available in the Pixel 8 Pro.
  • The Pixel 8a is available in a new 256 GB model (twice the size of the Pixel 7a).
  • The 4492 mAh battery isn't as big as the Pixel 8's, but it is larger than the Pixel 7a's 4385 mAh battery.
  • The Google Pixel 8a will ship with Android 14. It comes with seven years of updates.

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