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Google Pixel 4a with 5G - Android Phone - New Unlocked Smartphone with Night Sight and Ultrawide Lens - Clearly White
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Model Name | Pixel 4a |
Wireless Carrier | Unlocked |
Operating System | Android 9.0 |
Cellular Technology | 5G |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Color | Clearly White |
Screen Size | 6.2 Inches |
Wireless network technology | Wi-Fi |
About this item
- New, unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan; unlocked smartphone works with T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T, and other major carriers; not compatible with the Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband network[1]
- 5G capable cell phone gives you an extra boost of speed[2] so you can download a movie in seconds,[3] enjoy smooth streaming in ultra clear HD, play games at home and on the go,[4] and even share your 5G speed with friends[5]
- The all day battery can last up to 48 hours with Extreme Battery Saver[6]
- Your phone will automatically receive the latest OS and security updates for at least 3 years;[7] the custom-made Titan M chip helps secure the operating system and sensitive data, like passwords
- Take vibrant photos on your phone even in the dark with Night Sight, bring studio-quality light to your pictures of people with Portrait Light; and get more scenery and people in the shot with the rear-facing ultrawide lens
- With Call Screen, Google Assistant filters out detected spammers without interrupting you and provides helpful information about callers you don’t recognize before you answer your phone[8]
- With HD Google Duo screen sharing, you can read articles, watch live sports, and video chat with friends and family[9]
- Phone includes a 3.5 mm audio jack for maximum flexibility, so it works with the wired or Bluetooth headphones you already have
- Please refer to the product description section below for all applicable legal disclaimers denoted by the bracketed numbers in the preceding bullet points (e.g., [1], [2], etc.)
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Fingerprint reader | 5.0 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Battery life | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.1 |
Face recognition | — | 4.3 | 4.2 | — | 3.7 | 3.9 |
Sold By | Just Right! | Re-Com | Edge Cellular | New Sky INC | BidAllies | Amazon.com |
display size | 6.2 inches | 6.7 inches | 6.3 inches | 5.8 inches | 6 inches | 6.5 inches |
memory capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 4 GB |
model name | Pixel 4a | Pixel 7 Pro | Pixel 7 | Pixel 4a | Pixel 5 | Moto G 5G (2023) |
operating system | Android 9.0 | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 | Android | Android 10.0 | Android 13.0 |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, USB Type C, Wi-Fi |
display type | — | OLED | OLED | OLED | — | LCD |
service provider | T-Mobile | — | — | unlocked | Verizon | — |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm | — | — | 3.5 mm | — | 3.5 mm |
From the manufacturer
Super fast. Super helpful.
Pixel 4a with 5G is the budget-friendly, super fast phone from Google.[2] It has the helpful stuff you need in a smartphone, with an extra boost of 5G speed. So you can download a movie in seconds[3] and play your favorite games on the go.[4,11]
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Ultrasmooth streaming. So you won’t miss a beat.
With 5G, as soon as you hit play, your favorites are ready for you to watch in ultra-clear HD.[2,11]
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A battery that keeps you going.
Stay charged all day with the Adaptive Battery that reduces power to the apps you rarely use.[6]
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Built for security, inside and out.
Protected by the Titan M security chip and receives guaranteed updates for at least 3 years.[7]
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Video calling that feels more like teleporting.
Get closer to the people you love with ultra-clear HD screen sharing in Duo video calls.[9]
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Play your favorites with an audio jack.[11]
Includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, so it works with the wired or Bluetooth headphones you already have.
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Take shots in the dark with Night Sight.
From low-light portraits to starry nights,[13] capture all the details without the flash.
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Keep your magical moments vibrant.
HDR+ automatically enhances color and lighting, so your photos stay as vivid as you remember.
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Capture the big picture.
The ultrawide lens lets you fit entire jaw-dropping scenes in your photos.
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The best light for your portraits.
If shadows get in the way of a great portrait, it drops in extra light to illuminate your subjects.
Pick your Pixel.
Pixel 4a with 5G | Pixel 4a | Pixel 5 (5G) |
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Display6.2" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) OLED - 60 Hz refresh rate | Display5.8" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) OLED - 60 Hz refresh rate | Display6.0" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) Flexible OLED - Up to 90 Hz refresh rate[14] |
Processing power[15]Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 765G - 2.4 GHz + 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core | Processing power[15]Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 730G - 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core | Processing power[15]Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 765G - 2.4 GHz + 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core |
Memory and storage6 GB LPDDR4x RAM - 128 GB storage[16] | Memory and storage6 GB LPDDR4x - 128 GB storage[16] | Memory and storage8 GB LPDDR4x RAM - 128 GB storage[16] |
CameraRear: 12 MP - 16 MP ultrawide - Front: 8 MP | CameraRear: 12 MP - Front: 8 MP | CameraRear: 12 MP - 16 MP ultrawide - Front: 8 MP |
ChargingFast charging[18] | ChargingFast charging[19] | ChargingFast charging[18] - Wireless charging[17] and reverse wireless charging[20] |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 6.1 x 2.9 x 0.3 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.9 ounces |
ASIN | B08H9TD5GC |
Item model number | GA02294-US |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
OS | Android 9.0 |
RAM | 2 GB |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Cellular, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Front |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form Factor | Smartphone |
Color | Clearly White |
Battery Power Rating | 3600 |
Whats in the box | Google Pixel USB-C™ earbuds [Limited Geographies], No Headset Except FR, AU Corton Headset, 18w Tetra, 1M USB-C to USB-C Cable (USB2.0 Cable), USB-C to USB-A Quick switch adapter (USB2.0 Adapter) |
Manufacturer | |
Date First Available | January 28, 2021 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Standing screen display size | 6.2 Inches |
Weight | 168 Grams |
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Meet Pixel 4a with 5G, the essential Google phone. It has the helpful stuff you need in a cell phone, with an extra boost of 5G speed. So you can download a movie in seconds, enjoy smooth streaming, and play your favorite games. Pixel 4a with 5G also takes amazing ultrawide photos in any light, keeps your data safe, blocks robocalls, and has an all-day battery that can last up to 48 hours with Extreme Battery Saver. It’s a lot of help from Google, for a lot less than you’d expect. And it’s an unlocked smartphone, so you can choose the data plan and carrier that work for you.
[1] Works with all major carriers. Contact carrier for details. 5G service is carrier dependent.
[2] Requires a 5G data plan (sold separately). 5G service and roaming not available on all carrier networks or in all areas. Contact carrier for details about current 5G network performance, compatibility, and availability. Phone connects to 5G networks, but 5G service, speed, and performance depend on many factors including, but not limited to, carrier network capabilities, device configuration and capabilities, network traffic, location, signal strength, and signal obstruction. Actual results may vary. Some features not available in all areas. Data rates may apply.
[3] Download speed claims based on testing videos from three streaming platforms. Average download time was less than sixty seconds. File sizes varied between 449MB and 1.3GB. Download speed depends upon many factors, such as file size, content provider and network connection. Testing conducted in an internal 5G network lab and on pre-production hardware in California in July/August 2020. Actual download speeds may be slower.
[4] Enabling gameplay with cellular data may increase your mobile data usage up to 2.7GB/hr. Gameplay is service-, network-, connection-, and game-dependent, and may not be available for all games in all areas. Users may experience inconsistent gameplay. Stadia requires account creation.
[5] Hotspot capability subject to carrier plan.
[6] For “All day”: Maximum battery life based on testing using a mix of talk, data, standby, and use of other features. Testing conducted on two major carrier networks using Sub-6 GHz non-standalone 5G (ENDC) connectivity. For “Up to 48 hours”: Maximum battery life based on testing using a mix of talk, data, standby, and use of limited other features that are default in Extreme Battery Saver mode (which disables various features including 5G connectivity). Testing conducted on two major carrier networks. For both claims: Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5 battery testing conducted by a third party in California in mid 2020 on pre-production hardware and software using default settings, except that, for the “up to 48 hour claim” only, Extreme Battery Saver mode was enabled. Battery life depends upon many factors and usage of certain features will decrease battery life. Actual battery life may be lower.
[7] Android version updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store in the US. [8] US only. English only. Call Screen may not detect all spam calls.
[9] Screen sharing not available on group calls. Requires Wi-Fi or 5G internet connection. Not available on all apps and content. Data rates may apply. 5G service, speed and performance depend on many factors including, but not limited to, carrier network capabilities, device configuration and capabilities, network traffic, location, signal strength, and signal obstruction.
[10] Some third-party apps and data may not be transferred automatically.
[11] Subscriptions may be required.
[12] Compared to MSRP of unlocked Pixel 5 phone on the Google Store in the US. Requires a 5G data plan (sold separately). 5G service and roaming not available on all carrier networks or in all areas. Contact carrier for details about current 5G network performance, compatibility, and availability. Phone connects to 5G networks, but 5G service, speed, and performance depend on many factors including, but not limited to, carrier network capabilities, device configuration and capabilities, network traffic, location, signal strength, and signal obstruction. Actual results may vary. Some features not available in all areas. Data rates may apply.[13] Not available for all apps and content. Display automatically adjusts to optimize for best viewing and battery performance.
[14] Qualcomm Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.
[16] Storage specifications refer to capacity before formatting. Actual formatted capacity will be less.
[17] Qi-compatible. Wireless charger sold separately.
[18] Up to 18W wired charging rates are based upon use of the included charger plugged into a wall outlet. Actual results may be slower.
[19] Charging rates are based upon use of the included charger plugged into a wall outlet. Actual results may vary.
[20] Designed to charge Qi-certified devices. Use of Battery Share significantly reduces Pixel battery life. Cases may interfere with charging and will reduce charging speed.
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Customers like the quality, battery life, and charging of the cellular phone. They mention that the camera is perfect for photos and amazing for videos, and the OS is good overall. They are also happy with ease of installation, and picture quality. Others however, are not happy with the sturdiness, saying that the phone broke after two weeks. Customers are also disappointed with performance and mixed on value.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the cellular phone. They say the camera is perfect for photos and amazing for videos. The OS is good overall, and the phone works great. The screen is beautiful and bright, and it has powerful videography capabilities. The phone works well, and is free from bloatware.
"...I LOVE the call screener, It comes with Android 11 and should be good at least through Android 14...." Read more
"...No issues so far, works great.One I thing I don't like is, the location of the power button on top coming from Moto phones...." Read more
"The phone is solid, it does everything I would expect, it replaced my Pixel XL and for the most part I am happy with the phone...." Read more
"...sounds impressive on paper with its Night Vision mode, powerful videography capabilities, 5G connectivity, extensive suite of apps, large file..." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the cellular phone. They say that the battery is incredible and they have not had any complaints of lagging or battery life.
"I upgrade from a Samsung S6, so this was a major upgrade. Battery life is great...." Read more
"...The battery life is incredible on this phone...wow...." Read more
"...The phone is light, the battery lasts a long time, the screen is just a little bit smaller than my iPhone 8 Plus and far lighter...." Read more
"...no doubt this power for the phone SERIOUSLY contributes to its middling battery-life...." Read more
Customers like the charging of the cellular phone. They mention that it's very fast, has a great battery life, and is responsive. Some say the quality is amazing and it moves pretty quickly. Overall, customers are satisfied with the charging performance of the product.
"...The size is just right and it is much faster than my old S4 and runs all the apps I will ever use...." Read more
"...This is with a mix of heavy, med to light use. It charges pretty quickly also. It took 1hr and 5mins to charge from 17% to 100%...." Read more
"...Charge time is fine. Not as fast as some of the flagships, but I've been able to go from 25% to 68% in 20 minutes...." Read more
"...Lack of wireless charger (I believe, never tried it myself) is a bit of a bummer...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the cellular phone to be easy. They mention that the UI is seamless, and the transition from their old phone was smooth. The phone is lightweight in the hand and has great battery life. The transition only required 3 additional logins as everything else transitioned automatically with Google. The Android experience is really smooth and no bloatware, making it snappy enough.
"...😕😩.In general, though, the phone is easy to use and I'm happy with my choice, so far...." Read more
"...This alone is the killer argument for this phone.The UI is snappy, though I turned off some swipe gestures as they were interfering with..." Read more
"...But the Google set-up steps to transfer all contacts, apps & info went extremely smooth...." Read more
"...Decent speakersFantastic, easy to use camera that takes great picturesClean and simple user interface with minimum bloat..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the cellular phone. They mention that it takes vivid pictures and quality videos. The night and dark photos are really great, and the camera takes much better photos than their old Galaxy S7. The clean Pixel look and feel and the fast sharp display make it a great choice for gaming and excellent for photography.
"...Picture wise it's a big upgrade to, night and dark photos are really great and daylight or highlight photos have a level of clarity and depth that I..." Read more
"I use my Pixed 4a 5G daily. It still takes great pictures, holds out well for performance as a mid range phone, and deals with the newest vanilla..." Read more
"At first it was ok for the price. Pictures are amazing once you take them (we'll get to that). The 5G depends on what carrier you have...." Read more
"...2. Screen quality wasn't bad. This isn't a flagship and so comparisons to one wouldn't be fair.3...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the cellular phone. Some mention that it's great for the price, while others say that it is not worth the money, disappointed with the price reduction, and a waste of money.
"...Great phone if you need an inexpensive, but former flagship type phone that is built tough with decent specs." Read more
"...The build quality is phenomenol. It's also heavy, feels expensive, and the feature set and ecosphere quite complete. Almost heavy-ish...." Read more
"...But so far it passed my standards! Thankful since i got it for a good price! Better than paying 1,000 dollars for a smartphone!..." Read more
"...Awesome range of both usb and wireless device support, great cpu power for the cost, really good battery life unless you crank up brightness and run..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the sturdiness of the cellular phone. They say that it's not good for everyday use, the scanner failed after two weeks, the motherboard abruptly failed, and the phone died after seven months. They also say that the phone is surprisingly weak and has a heavy skew.
"...The front screen is destroyed, the headphone jack is destroyed, and the back cover has partially separated from the front of the phone...." Read more
"...phone's speakers (I use headphones for that), they are not only surprisingly weak but have a pretty heavy skew for the bass tones which is bad..." Read more
"...2 years later, here we go again, broken again, I have to spend all this time I don't have to discuss the matter, find a new phone, reinstall..." Read more
"The phone is solid, it does everything I would expect, it replaced my Pixel XL and for the most part I am happy with the phone...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the cellular phone. For example, they mention that it does not work properly with their AT&T SIM card, it would not work in the US, and it doesn't work on Verizon 5G. The camera stopped working, and one of the speakers did not work. The phone works with very few carriers, and the ringtone does not sound normal.
"...The only weak point is that occasionally the fingerprint reader takes several tries to work...." Read more
"Now I know why these were on sale here. Does not work on Verizon 5G. Might not work on other 5G networks also ?..." Read more
"...tried many different sources , music, npr radio,you tube and speaker still did not work. My warrenty is for 1 year so i am sending it back to google...." Read more
"...I never have issues with the finger print reader. However the camera is not as good as I'd hoped but I don't take pictures that often anyway...." Read more
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First priority I wanted a phone that would screen calls for me. None of the call blocker apps worked well enough for me and I did not want to pay extra charges for some premium app. When I heard that Google had a built in call screener, I decided I had to get a Pixel phone.
Next I wanted a phone that would stay current with software updates as long as possible because I intend to keep it forever. Google guarantees three years worth of updates which is the longest I could find. So I had to get Pixel phone.
Finally I wanted a phone with a big enough screen that i could read it easily as I am over 70 and my eyes aren't what they used to be. This is why I picked the Pixel 4a with 5G instead of the Pixel 4a.
I didn't care about waterproofing or wireless charging, etc. because the phone was going into a case with a glass cover for protection.
I got my phone from Amazon in early December after waiting for Prime day and Black Friday and being disappointed that there were no discounts. If I had waited a bit longer i could have gotten $50 off, but that's life.
I've had the phone now for around three months and it works well. I LOVE the call screener, It comes with Android 11 and should be good at least through Android 14. The size is just right and it is much faster than my old S4 and runs all the apps I will ever use.
I don't make many calls so one charge lasts almost 4 days. It charges completely from almost zero to 100% in about an hour and a half - much faster than my S4.
The only weak point is that occasionally the fingerprint reader takes several tries to work.
I signed up with T-Mobile on their $15/mo plan and the connections I get around Vegas are superb. Often I get a 5G connection and I have yet to have a dropped call. I rarely use data outside my home so 2GB/mo is plenty for my use. I rarely use the camera. I have heard it is great. But I'll probably never know.
Bottom line is I am very happy with this phone. I expect to keep it for many, many years.
Picture wise it's a big upgrade to, night and dark photos are really great and daylight or highlight photos have a level of clarity and depth that I didn't expect. Although I'm certainly no photo expert.. I would say the photo quality particularly the night time photos are a major step up if ur phone is from a few years ago or simply a cheaper model.
Coming from a Samsung, the absence of bloatware was a major attraction to this phone. My only issue was lack of a back button which is easily fixable in the seeing menu under accessibility.
Processor and speed wise.. I'm to understand this isn't the latest processor but I don't really game so it's plenty responsive to me.
This is a usb c charger.. I like the larger charger port as it seems more substantial, however didn't like having to buy a bunch of new cords to replace the micro usb. Lack of wireless charger (I believe, never tried it myself) is a bit of a bummer.
Price wise.. I'm satisfied and although I've never used one.. it's hard to imagine justifying paying double or more of the price of this phone for the latest and greatest model.
The battery life is incredible on this phone...wow. I had it a few days now and I got, 10hrs 28min on screen time over 2 1/2 day's with time left to spare. I didn't make it to battery saver mode. This is with a mix of heavy, med to light use. It charges pretty quickly also. It took 1hr and 5mins to charge from 17% to 100%.
Love the camera and this is one of the reasons why people buy this phone. And the extra Google features they put on this phone. And the timely upsides of course.
I was surprised to find out that I had 5g. It's pretty quick, T-Mobile version with me on Mint. I'm getting 40mbs to 162 dn to 15.9 to 57 up in areas I've tested so far. My friend is getting 7.4 dn where he lives so, everywheres different but so far I've been getting it everywhere I go.
It's a nice simple phone and it's the Goldilocks of the new Pixel phones. No issues so far, works great.
One I thing I don't like is, the location of the power button on top coming from Moto phones. Other than that love the phone.
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2021
The battery life is incredible on this phone...wow. I had it a few days now and I got, 10hrs 28min on screen time over 2 1/2 day's with time left to spare. I didn't make it to battery saver mode. This is with a mix of heavy, med to light use. It charges pretty quickly also. It took 1hr and 5mins to charge from 17% to 100%.
Love the camera and this is one of the reasons why people buy this phone. And the extra Google features they put on this phone. And the timely upsides of course.
I was surprised to find out that I had 5g. It's pretty quick, T-Mobile version with me on Mint. I'm getting 40mbs to 162 dn to 15.9 to 57 up in areas I've tested so far. My friend is getting 7.4 dn where he lives so, everywheres different but so far I've been getting it everywhere I go.
It's a nice simple phone and it's the Goldilocks of the new Pixel phones. No issues so far, works great.
One I thing I don't like is, the location of the power button on top coming from Moto phones. Other than that love the phone.
The 5G you will get on carriers other than Verizon is called Sub-6GHZ, and while speeds and coverage are better, it seems like the industry is boasting of it's mmWave service in their advertising and I think this is what most are expecting when they here 5g.
Does this matter much today? No, most people don't get a mmWave signal, I had to call ATT to find the nearest one to me and it is over 1500 feet away, which is the about how far an mmWave signal can reach, assuming no obstructions. In most cases it won't reach that far given the obstructions it will have to pass through.
This is not meant to cast a negative light on the phone, just to give realistic expectation if you get one.
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The battery can last over 48 hours depending on use, but even with heavy use it lasts the whole day, the camera takes great pictures, and 5G is fast. My old Pixel 3 XL (4G LTE) gave me about 80 mbits/sec download, this phone gives me over 500 mbits/sec download.
Size wise it's right in that sweet spot, it's a touch smaller than my Pixel 3 XL but not by much. I debated getting a Pixel 5 but it's a little too small, and for some reason there is no Pixel 5 XL, in a way you can think of the Pixel 4a(5G) as the Pixel5 XL. I find the fingerprint scanner on the back is perfectly positioned for my hand size, and the case (Spigen Tough Armor) I bought guides my finger directly to it so I can quickly unlock my phone.
There are a few areas they could have improved on, I wish it had Gorilla Glass 6 and a 90HZ refresh rate like the Pixel 5 but in reality it doesn't really matter that much, the touch screen works fine and animations are smooth. It also lacks water resistance, but if you don't use it in the rain/snow and take care of it you'll be fine. The 128GB storage size is adequate for me but there are probably people who could use more.
It's the best phone I've had and I definitely recommend it.
The camera is great as you can expect from a pixel device. The night mode is also good. the ultra wide is not exactly ultra wide as you see on other phones but it does take some good ultra wide photos and you also get the unlimited backup on this pixel. This feature is not available for pixel 5 and above devices. So this pixel 4a 5g is the last device to have this.
The battery is okish, it can get you through the day. I use this as a secondary device so I can get easily 2 days with it.
The display is very good but if you come from using a QuadHD+ display then you might notice some subtle difference. the touch responsiveness is also very good. Always on display is nice to have.
It comes with 5g so its future proof. I got this shipped with android 11 but got the update for android 13 right after I turned it on.( android 13 launched just a few days ago). In terms of latest updates you will get all latest updates ahead of any other manufacturer.
The ram management is okish but it can suffice daily usage requirements. This phone is not for high performance. I am yet to install pubg on this and test it on that angle.
the phone comes with a 18W type charger and cable included but the pin is not the indian pin, it is the standard western pin. but its good to see a charging brick in the box these days. the charging speed is not damn good, its okish. It takes 1.5hrs something to charge to 100%
I would recommend you to not update the software on this phone and go with the software it comes out of the box. The more you update, the sh*ttier the phone gets later on (speaking from personal experience from android phones).
After 3 months :
So I’ve updated the phone and it is working really good(that is something I’ve never expected from an android). The charging time is too much if you use it moderately.
Multi tasking is a nightmare and this phone can’t handle heavy gaming as well. I tried pubg in lowest settings and high frame rate. It lags but it can manage. I am looking to buy a more watt power brick for this may be a 65W brick as I’m not used to wait for so long to charge the phone. I used one plus and iPhones before so they charge so much faster and this charges so slow even with 18W charger.
I have received below within the box:
Pixel 4a 5G, clearly white.
18W fast charger.
USB Type C-C cable.
USB Type C OTG Adapter.
Sim ejector tool.
User manual and Invoice from Amazon seller.
Software is Android 11.
Premium hardware.
3.5 mm audio jack support.
Rear fingerprint sensor.
6.2" OLED display with Always on display.
Camera quality is good.
Power backup is okay.
60Hz refresh rate though its very smooth.
6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage (110 GB available)
Only con I found is the power drain of 5-10% overnight which I am assuming due to the always on display.
Rest everything about this phone is great.