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May 2024
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Great point-and-shoot camera with AI features if you need them
Impressive, small, bright display, Plenty of color options, Incredible haptics for its price, Best Compact phone of 2024 so far, Matte finish feels great in the hand
Battery life is so-so, Charging is incredibly slow for 2024, Slow wireless charging, No reverse wireless charging
Normally, if I'm looking at just the Pixel 8a and phones in its price range, it should be a no-brainer that the Pixel 8a is a must-buy. But where the Pixel 8 exists, and is constantly on sale, that makes the recommendation to buy the Pixel 8a a bit toughe...
Published: 2024-05-23, Author: Samuel , review by: theguardian.com
seven years of software updates, classleading camera, great screen, toptier chip, solid battery life, recycled materials, impressive generative AI features, undercuts highend phones on price
no extended optical zoom for camera, raw performance and battery short of best, only IP67 water resistance, plastic back, no builtin spatial audio, older Gorilla Glass 3
The Pixel 8a offers almost everything great from Google's top-tier phones but at a knockdown price.The quality camera system, high-end chip, great screen and attractive design already place it at the top of the pile in the mid-range. But it is the seven y...
Pros, Flagship-challenging photography skills, Improved design over the previous generation, Brighter screen, Most accessible way to access Google's AI, Seven years of support
Cons, Charging speeds remain behind rivals, The Pixel 8 can be found for a similar price, Gemini AI chatbot not available in UK and Europe
With swift performance, sleek AI-powered software, and outstanding camera capabilities for its price, the Google Pixel 8a once again dominates the affordable smartphone market. It proves that you don't need to spend over $500/£500 to get an excellent smar...
Great tactile, sturdy feel in hand,Software and experience feels close to flagship,Simple point-and-shoot camera, great night-mode,Precise touchscreen key response,7+ years of software upgrades
Chunky side bezels and frame,Higher price than mid-range competitors,Display could be better at angles and certain lighting,Battery is average
Manageable size,IP rating and Qi charging,Great camera (for the price),Seven years of software updates,Clever AI-infused software
Screen is far from the best,The battery will never last more than a day,Slow charging
Even with a price rise in certain regions, the Pixel 8a remains excellent value for someone looking for a device with a great camera, pocketable design and the promise of many years of software updates. PROS Manageable size IP rating and Qi charging Grea...
6.1-inch Actua OLED, 120Hz,Impressive camera system,All-day battery life
Relatively slow charging,Design is still slippy
I've enjoyed testing the Google Pixel 8a, often budget phones can't compare to my usual flagship, but this one delivers a lot of the same specs and features for less cash. The camera delivers crystal clear shots, the battery lasts all day, the software i...
Abstract: The Pixel 8a is the best budget option for Android enthusiasts, and especially Google fans. It makes a case for itself against the pricier Pixel 8, and if you've been dying to try all of Google's coolest new Android and Gemini AI features, the Pixel 8a is...
