Google Pixel 8a

Expert Reviews

17 experts

Engadget
The Pixel 8a delivers handy AI features alongside a beautiful 120Hz OLED screen, excellent cameras and way above-average battery life for just $499.
90 / 100
Notebookcheck
Google Pixel 8a review - The small Google smartphone is unique within the mid-range segment
82 / 100
CNET
Google Pixel 8A Review: A Clear Choice Over the Pixel 8
9.1 / 10
Android Authority
Google has once again upped the mid-range ante, bringing its top-tier update commitment, AI-infused Tensor G3 chip, and a soft, pebble-like design to the Pixel 8a. Cheaper materials, agonizingly slow charging, and the allure of frequent Pixel 8 discounts keep it from reaching perfection, but at MSRP
9 / 10
Hardware Zone
If you have held off on buying a Pixel 8 previously, your wallet will thank you with the new Pixel 8a instead. #google #pixel8a
8.5 / 10
Wired
This Android phone has great cameras, a fun design, and seven years of software support.
8 / 10
The Verge
Google Pixel 8A review: the sensible choice
8 / 10
digitaltrends
I reviewed Google's new cheap Pixel phone, and you really should buy it
7 / 10
Phone Arena
Google Pixel 8a Review: The Pixel 8 killer
6.5 / 10
T3
Pixel perfect: the 8a sees Google outpace its competition in the affordable Android phone market
5 / 5
Expert Reviews
The new AI features look fun, but the real strength of the Pixel 8a lies in its hardware improvements and fantastic software support
5 / 5
Tom's Guide
You won't find anything else with more value
4.5 / 5
PCMag
The Google Pixel 8a is one of the best midrange phones you can buy right now. For $499, it offers leading features from the $699 Pixel 8 and the $999 Pixel 8 Pro, such as useful AI tools, Google's G3 processor, top-notch cameras, and seven years of software support. We wish it supported faster charg
4.5 / 5
TechRadar
A computer brain for a bargain
4 / 5
Tech Advisor
I'd still like to see upgrades in some areas but for the typical phone buyer, Google's latest mid-range effort makes for a good value choice
4 / 5
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Video Reviews

Unbox Therapy1 year ago

Google Pixel 8a Hands-on and First Impressions

Video Summary: "The Unbox Therapy review of the Google Pixel 8a highlights its camera capabilities, noting the 64MP quad PD wide camera with an F1.89 aperture and 80 field of view, as well as a 13MP ultrawide camera with a 120 field of view. The review praises the camera's performance, including built-in lens correction and optical/electronic image stabilization. The device also features a 13MP selfie camera with a 96.5 ultra-wide field of view. The review mentions the phone's comfortable size, premium feel, and matte finish, contrasting with the glossy finish of the standard Pixel 8. The reviewer appreciates the device's handling and build quality, comparing it favorably to the Pixel 8 Pro. The review concludes that the Pixel 8a offers a premium phone experience at an affordable price, with competitive camera performance and a robust feature set."...

Marques Brownlee1 year ago

Google Pixel 8A Impressions: Just Get The 8!

Video Summary: "Marques Brownlee's review of the Google Pixel 8A highlights its value as a mid-range option. He emphasizes that the Pixel 8 is a better deal, offering superior cameras, a brighter display, and faster charging. The Pixel 8A, while not significantly cheaper, still offers notable improvements like Gemini Nano support and enhanced AI features. Brownlee suggests that the Pixel 8A is a good choice if you want a more affordable entry into the Pixel series, but the Pixel 8 remains the better value overall."...