Google Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL

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Google Pixel 3a Quick Specs: unlocked Android smartphone features a 5.6-inch display, Snapdragon 670 chipset, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, 8 MP selfie camera, 12 MP rear camera, 3000 mAh battery with QuickCharge.

Google Pixel 3a XL Quick Specs: unlocked Android 9 Pie smartphone features a 6-inch display with 1080 x 2160 pixel resolution, Snapdragon 670 chipset, 8 MP selfie camera, 12 MP rear camera, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal memory, and a 3000 mAh battery with QuickCharge.

While the Pixel 3a is a 2019 device, there is no dual camera in sight on both front and back of this phone. Google is still betting on their traditional single camera setup. But then, this is a lite version of the Pixel 3. Something has got to give.

At the back is a 12 megapixels camera. At the front is an 8 megapixels camera. The Pixel 3a is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 processor. There is 4 GB of RAM to make sure that app switching is smooth.

The 3000 mAh capacity battery is small-ish, but then there might not be much to worry about, considering the screen size and the efficient processor.

This is a handy Pixel cell phone. And it is more affordable too. With its specs, it looks like a good deal for Android purists and phone photography enthusiasts who do not want to spend $1000 on a smartphone.

There is an XL version of the Pixel 3a, as well, with some bumped up specs. The specs for both devices are available below.

Google Pixel 3a Specs and features

Wireless Network and Software

2G: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz; CDMA
3G: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz; CDMA

4G: LTE bands 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 25(1900), 26(850), 28(700), 29(700), 32(1500), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500), 42(3500), 46, 66(1700/2100), 71(600)
SIM Type: Nano-SIM
Software / OS: Stock Android 9 Pie

Design, Form Factor and Appearance

Dimensions: 151.3 x 70.1 x 8.2 mm / 160.1 x 76.1 x 8.2 mm for Pixel 3a XL
Weight: 147 g / 167 g for Pixel 3a.
Display: 5.6-inch, 1080 x 2220 pixels, 18.5:9 aspect ratio, OLED display. Pixel 3a XL has a 6-inch display with 1080 x 2160 pixel resolution. Both models have Asahi Dragontrail Glass protection.

Sensors: Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted), Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Compass
Colours: Black. White. Purple.
Materials: Plastic body.

Internal Hardware Specs

Processor Type: 64-bit Octa-core 2.0 GHz; Kryo 360 Gold
Processor Name: Qualcomm Snapdragon 670
Graphics Processor: Adreno 615

RAM: 4 GB
Internal Storage: 64 GB
External Storage: No

Photography and Video Recording

Rear Camera: Single 12 megapixels, Sony IMX363, auto-focus, dual LED flash, 2160p@30fps video recording
Front-facing Camera: Single 8 megapixels wide-angle lens, f/2.0 aperture, 1080p@30fps video capture.

Multimedia Playback

Music Support: MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player

Audio: 3.5mm jack
Loudspeaker: Stereo speakers.
Video Support: MP4/MPEG4 player

FM Radio: Yes

Connectivity Options

Bluetooth: v5.0, A2DP
WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot

GPS: Yes, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
USB: microUSB v3.0, Type-C Connector

Miscellaneous Specs and Features

Charging: 18W QuickCharge; USB Power Delivery 2.0

Battery Type and Capacity: Non-Removable Lithium-Polymer 3000 mAh (Google Pixel 3a XL has 3700 mAh battery)
Availability: May 7, 2019 in all countries where Google sells Pixel phones.