Google Pixel 8a release date predictions and its pricing, features, and specs،
THE Pixel 8 The series is already out, but there’s an exciting launch on the horizon that could prove even more important for Google’s place in the smartphone market. We are talking about the upcoming Pixel 8a.
The A-series of Pixel devices have always offered great value for money, and judging by what the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have brought, we can expect big things from the lite version that is expected to launch in spring 2024. .
We expect the Pixel 8a to inherit some interesting hardware and features from the Pixel 8 series, such as the new Tensor G3 chipset and the longest software support cycle on a consumer smartphone: seven whole years of major operating system updates.
The Pixel 8a has the potential to become one of the best budget phones of next year, so we’re very excited. In this article, we will try to organize all the news, leaks and rumors about the upcoming Pixel 8a phone in an orderly and systematic manner.
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Latest news on the Pixel 8a
Pixel 8a release date
The Pixel 8a release date is still shrouded in mystery. Google likes to show off its new devices at annual events like the I/O conference in May, and the A series is usually revealed around this time. Based on the table below, we should expect the Pixel 8a to be revealed around May 2024.
Device family | Announcement | Marketing |
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GooglePixel 3a | May 7, 2019 | May 15, 2019 |
GooglePixel 4a | August 3, 2020 | August 20, 2020 |
Google Pixel 5a | August 17, 2021 | August 26, 2021 |
Google Pixel 6a | May 11, 2022 | July 28, 2022 |
GooglePixel 7a | May 10, 2023 | May 10, 2023 |
Google Pixel 8a* | May 2024* | May 2024* |
*probable dates
Pixel 8a price
Another big unknown at the moment is the possible price of the Pixel 8a. It’s way too early even for leaks and rumors, but we can once again extrapolate the expected price of the Pixel 8a from the information we have on Pixel A-series prices over the years. If Google decides to keep prices steady, we expect the Pixel 8a to start at around $499 again, but judging by the price hike we’ve seen with the Pixel 8 series, we might also be looking at a price of $549.
iPhone Model | Starting price |
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Pixel 3a | $399 |
Pixel 4a | $349 |
Pixel 5a | $449 |
Pixel 6a | $449 |
Pixel 7a | $499 |
Pixel 8a* | $499* |
*expected price
Pixel 8a Name
According to the latest leaks, the Pixel 8a is codenamed “Akita”. Google has long codenamed its Pixel phones, so we’re inclined to find this rumor plausible. As for the name of the phone at launch, we don’t expect any big surprises, no XL model on the horizon, just the classic Pixel 8a.
Pixel 8a camera
Now, we don’t expect the same powerful hardware on the Pixel 8a, but the 7a’s 64MP Quad-Bayer sensor provides a solid foundation to play with and apply the aforementioned algorithms.
Pixel 8a storage
In terms of RAM and storage, we don’t know much at the moment, but after Google increased the A-series RAM to 8GB, we don’t expect another increase anytime soon. So it’s safe to assume that the Pixel 8a will feature 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage as base options.
Pixel 8a design
Image provided by Abhishek Yadav
Looking at both sources, it’s clear that the Pixel 8a looks undeniably similar to the Pixel, with the camera bar and overall shape of the device. What looks different is the radius of the frame and back glass, it looks quite curved. The bezels around the screen are also prominent and there is a punch-hole camera at the top center of the screen.
Pixel 8a screen
We expect the resolution to be FHD-like, which isn’t surprising given that even some compact flagships are opting for this resolution these days. In terms of brightness, we expect the Pixel 8a to at least match the 800 nits we measured in our Pixel 7a review. Oh, and one more thing, the Pixel 8a will most likely support a display refresh rate of at least 90Hz, so more good news here.
Pixel 8a battery
Pixel 8a features and software
What is certain is that the Pixel 8a will retain all the features of its predecessor. Here are a few:
- Face unlock
- Direct my call
- Alternative text
- Call screen
- Hold for me
- Clear call
- Waiting time
- Live translation
- Recorder Speaker Labels
- Assistant voice typing
- Voicemail transcription
- In one look
- Google Assistant
- A clean Android, without bloatware
A pressing question regarding the software situation is whether or not Google will offer the same extra-long seven-year support cycle that the company launched with the Pixel 8 series. We certainly hope so!
Pixel 8a hardware and specifications
Alleged Pixel 8a GeekBench Scores
Of course, GeekBench data is easy to manipulate, so one shouldn’t rely too much on the image above, and what’s more, manufacturers often use underclocked versions of the final SoC during preliminary testing. The data sheet is rather small at the moment, but we will expand it as the launch approaches.
- Dimensions: 152.1 x 72.6 x 8.9 mm (Pixel 7a dimensions: 152.4 x 72.9 x 9.0 mm.)
- Screen (diagonal): 6.1″
- CPU: G3 tensor with Mali-G715 GPU
- RAM: 8 GB
- Operating system : Android 14
- Codename: Akita