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Operating System | Android 11.0 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Screen Size | 6.2 Inches |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Model Name | Pixel 4a 5G |
Wireless Carrier | Unlocked |
Cellular Technology | 5G |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC |
Color | Just Black |
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
- 5G capable cell phone gives you an extra boost of speed. So you can download a movie in seconds, enjoy smooth streaming in ultra clear HD, play games at home and on the go, and even share your 5G speed with friends
- The all day battery can last up to 48 hours with Extreme Battery Saver
- Your phone will automatically receive the latest OS and security updates for at least 3 years; 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
- With HD Google Duo screen sharing, you can read articles, watch live sports, and video chat with friends and family
- Phone includes a 3.5 millimeter 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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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.
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6.2" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) OLED - 60 Hz refresh rate
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5.8" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) OLED - 60 Hz refresh rate
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6.0" FHD+ (1080 x 2340) Flexible OLED - Up to 90 Hz refresh rate[14]
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Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 765G - 2.4 GHz + 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core
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Processing power[15]
Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 730G - 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core
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Processing power[15]
Qualcomm[R] Snapdragon[TM] 765G - 2.4 GHz + 2.2 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 64-bit Octa-Core
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6 GB LPDDR4x RAM - 128 GB storage[16]
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6 GB LPDDR4x - 128 GB storage[16]
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8 GB LPDDR4x RAM - 128 GB storage[16]
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Rear: 12 MP - 16 MP ultrawide - Front: 8 MP
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Rear: 12 MP - 16 MP ultrawide - Front: 8 MP
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Fast charging[18]
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display size | 6.2 inches | 6.4 inches | 5 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches |
memory capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 1 GB |
model name | Pixel 4a 5G | Pixel 6 | Pixel 4a | Google Pixel 5 | Pixel 3a XL |
operating system | Android 11.0 | Android | Android | Android 11.0 | Android, Chrome OS |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
display type | AMOLED | OLED | OLED | OLED | LED |
service provider | T-Mobile | Unlocked | — | — | Wireless |
battery average life | 3885 days | — | 24 hours | 95 hours | 7 hours |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm | No headphone jack | No headphone jack | 3.5 mm |
average talk time | — | 4614 minutes | — | 18 hours | 7 hours |
input interface | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen |
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Product Dimensions | 6.1 x 2.9 x 0.3 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.2 ounces |
ASIN | B08H8VZ6PV |
Item model number | GA02293-US |
Batteries | 1 AAA batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #20,716 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories) #358 in Cell Phones |
OS | Android 11.0 |
RAM | 6 GB |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Cellular, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC |
GPS | True |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Scanner Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Other camera features | Rear |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form Factor | Smartphone |
Color | Just Black |
Battery Power Rating | 3600 |
Phone Talk Time | 48 Hours |
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) |
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Date First Available | October 29, 2020 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Standing screen display size | 6.2 Inches |
Weight | 0.2 Ounces |
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Product Description
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 find the Pixel 4a's camera performs beautifully for its price point, with great battery life lasting more than 2 days and fast performance. The phone is easy to use with clean layout and navigation, and customers consider it good value for money. However, durability is a concern as some report it breaking after 3 months, and compatibility issues arise with certain carriers, particularly Verizon 5G. Picture quality receives mixed feedback.
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Customers praise the phone's camera quality, noting that it works great and does everything they need beautifully.
"...are blowing you away on that game or movie, is a sign of a great set of speakers. Charge time is fine...." Read more
"Solid phone, got it to use with tmobile and it works good on the 5g band. Nice bright screen with no OLED burn in...." 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
"The Google Pixel 4A 5G truly sounds impressive on paper with its Night Vision mode, powerful videography capabilities, 5G connectivity, extensive..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the phone's battery life, which lasts more than 2 days for general phone activities.
"...Battery life on this one is good. Started out at 830 this morning and at 1900 was at 45%. Plenty of screen time during the day...." Read more
"...Good battery for just general phone activities I usually end the day around 40-50% with medium to light usage...." 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
"...extensive suite of apps, large file storage capacity, all-day battery, video streaming, yadda yadda yadda. And it's THIN! And it's LIGHT! -..." Read more
Customers find the phone offers great value for money, with one customer specifically noting its high CPU power relative to its cost.
"...For my money, 459 for this phone is an awesome deal. This will be my daily driver for the near future, for sure." Read more
"...was beside of the accu absolutely satisfied with it and the prize of this offer is great...." Read more
"...Overall its a good phone for the price now in 2024." Read more
"...BUT that being said I would say it is great for its price and a high end phone for cheap just not built for extensive use...." Read more
Customers appreciate the phone's speed, noting its fast updates and responsive performance, with one customer highlighting its quick charger and another mentioning its sharp display.
"...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
"...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
"...Phone was delivered on time. Also this a Single SM 5g, is super fast in my city...." Read more
"...It was made worse with the fact that the phone didn't come with USB-A connection...." Read more
Customers find the phone easy to use, with simple setup and intuitive navigation, and one customer specifically mentions seamless integration with Google apps.
"...😕😩. In general, though, the phone is easy to use and I'm happy with my choice, so far...." Read more
"...Decent speakers Fantastic, easy to use camera that takes great pictures Clean and simple user interface with minimum bloat..." Read more
"...It surpassed my expectations, the setup was quick and its a good phone with superb matte black design which I adored and the camera was perfect!..." Read more
"...Then i waited until the 4A5G was perfected and got it last week. Easy to work with - good size on the various touch pads so i can use it easily...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the phone's picture quality, with some finding it great for a Pixel phone while others report issues with taking photos.
"...good security, and frequent security updates, I also like good pictures and video...." 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
"...And No, google photos only made it worse, sending tonnes of jumbled images i did not want backed up, to my drive...." Read more
"...On the bright side? The picture quality is amazing. Plenty of space for apps. I could text fine...." Read more
Customers report durability issues with the phone, noting that it breaks after three months of use, shatters easily from falls, and is cheaply made.
"...And what's is the big draw to a glass back build? Glass breaks people, plastic doesn't...." Read more
"...First, if a phone has impressive capabilities, yet is too fragile to take with you on a walk, what good is it?..." Read more
"...It is just starting to get a bit flakey, needing and occasional restart, and it has now passed the point where it gets updates from Google...." Read more
"...is great for its price and a high end phone for cheap just not built for extensive use...." Read more
Customers report issues with the phone's compatibility, particularly noting that it does not work with most carriers, including Verizon 5G.
"...So when I came back to India My sim was not working because it was locked...." Read more
"...So this phone barely worked for basic functions from the get-go. On the bright side? The picture quality is amazing. Plenty of space for apps...." Read more
"...Does not work on Verizon 5G. Might not work on other 5G networks also ? It's a nice phone, but I bought it to use on Verizon's 5G network...." Read more
"Phone works well, but it is for Verizon and did not work with my Cricket SIM" Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2020Color: Just BlackVerified PurchaseJust got this phone a few days ago, so still evaluating it but wanted to clarify one point that some users are having a different experience with-the 5G functionality with VZW. I've attached a photo showing that the 4A 5G that I received from Amazon DOES work with VZW's 5G band. Just wanted to get that point out here on the reviews, based on what I had read here I was ready to handle just a 4G connection, so I'm excited to see that 5G icon! So far, love this unit. I've always been a pixel fan, except for the pixel 4 and it's huge forehead and chin, seemed to go opposite of the smartphone trends. Say what you want about a plastic build, but I love it. It's so light. And what's is the big draw to a glass back build? Glass breaks people, plastic doesn't. And have fun paying for that glass replacement, since none of the phone insurance plans will cover it. And what do 99 % of us do with our glass sandwiches??? Slap a rubber or plastic case on it. I'd rather have the plastic build, yes with a case, but the weight is so much less since it isn't wrapped in glass. Big proponent of the pure google experience on the pixel series and no overlaid UI from the manufacturer. Battery life on this one is good. Started out at 830 this morning and at 1900 was at 45%. Plenty of screen time during the day. So no complaints there. Speakers are incredible. Any time you have to turn the volume down on a phone cause the sound effects are blowing you away on that game or movie, is a sign of a great set of speakers. 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. That's good enough for me, and I'm rarely away from a plug or a battery pack, so charge time isn't a huge factor for me. The fingerprint reader is what we've come to expect on the pixel - Faster than lightning. The in screen readers on the flagships are just no where near as reliable or fast. I'll have to get used to the rear mount again, but that's not a problem for me. If you need face recognition or wireless charging then this isn't the device for you obviously. But I don't list that as a kick in the nuts to the pixel 4A 5G, it just doesn't have it, so if you need those options then look elsewhere. For my money, 459 for this phone is an awesome deal. This will be my daily driver for the near future, for sure.
5.0 out of 5 starsJust got this phone a few days ago, so still evaluating it but wanted to clarify one point that some users are having a different experience with-the 5G functionality with VZW. I've attached a photo showing that the 4A 5G that I received from Amazon DOES work with VZW's 5G band. Just wanted to get that point out here on the reviews, based on what I had read here I was ready to handle just a 4G connection, so I'm excited to see that 5G icon! So far, love this unit. I've always been a pixel fan, except for the pixel 4 and it's huge forehead and chin, seemed to go opposite of the smartphone trends. Say what you want about a plastic build, but I love it. It's so light. And what's is the big draw to a glass back build? Glass breaks people, plastic doesn't. And have fun paying for that glass replacement, since none of the phone insurance plans will cover it. And what do 99 % of us do with our glass sandwiches??? Slap a rubber or plastic case on it. I'd rather have the plastic build, yes with a case, but the weight is so much less since it isn't wrapped in glass. Big proponent of the pure google experience on the pixel series and no overlaid UI from the manufacturer. Battery life on this one is good. Started out at 830 this morning and at 1900 was at 45%. Plenty of screen time during the day. So no complaints there. Speakers are incredible. Any time you have to turn the volume down on a phone cause the sound effects are blowing you away on that game or movie, is a sign of a great set of speakers. 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. That's good enough for me, and I'm rarely away from a plug or a battery pack, so charge time isn't a huge factor for me. The fingerprint reader is what we've come to expect on the pixel - Faster than lightning. The in screen readers on the flagships are just no where near as reliable or fast. I'll have to get used to the rear mount again, but that's not a problem for me. If you need face recognition or wireless charging then this isn't the device for you obviously. But I don't list that as a kick in the nuts to the pixel 4A 5G, it just doesn't have it, so if you need those options then look elsewhere. For my money, 459 for this phone is an awesome deal. This will be my daily driver for the near future, for sure.Pixel 4A 5G & VZW 5G Band
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2020
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2024Color: Just BlackVerified PurchaseSolid phone, got it to use with tmobile and it works good on the 5g band. Nice bright screen with no OLED burn in. No sd card which is kind of a bummer, lightweight smooth feeling plastic housing that looks good and a screen that's not too offensively big. Good battery for just general phone activities I usually end the day around 40-50% with medium to light usage. No trash bloat apps from carriers and my recommendation is to go into app info of all the apps you don't use and hit disable on them and enable remove animations in accessibility settings to make the phone feel super quick. It's a generally good phone and I just needed something smaller and after my previous phone was too big in my pocket. I don't game on my phone but I wouldn't expect 60fps from newer games on this. I use the headphone jack daily and there's no hissing or unwanted noise from the internal dac so it's good enough for Spotify or your mp3s. Fingerprint is fast and my only gripe is I hated the stock launcher it came with so I just use the Microsoft launcher from the play store. It's a phone and if youre just some guy or gal that needs something reliable Id say this is a good place to start. Cheap phones have gotten good especially if you are willing to shop a few years back. Id take this anyday over the newer entry level LG and Moto phones provided by Carriers. Of course all phones will eventually fail but for 170$ I can't complain when that time comes.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2021Color: Just BlackVerified PurchaseI use multiple phones, and I'm multi-platform, so if you ask me: Which are you, an android, iphone, mac, windows, or linux user?
My answer is: yes
But I've never paid over $1000 for a phone. Ever. Never will. I like flagship phones though, and will buy a new-old-stock, or pristine used, 2 year old flagship model. This seemed to work for me quite well. I still have an iPhone 8 Plus that is awesome. Also part of the equation is security updates. Frequent, regular, like clockwork, security updates.
With iPhone this is standard. With android phone makers, it's hit and miss, mostly miss. Samsung does update their flagship frequently... for a time. But Samsung wants $1200 for their flagship. No thanks.
Pixel? I heard Google provides regular, systematic updates. Their phones don't cost $1000. Saw some good things said about the Pixel, thought I'd try the Pixel 4a 5G and see if I liked it. I do.
I don't have complex needs. Other than good security, and frequent security updates, I also like good pictures and video. 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.
The iPhone 8 Plus was a flagship at one time, and you can tell. The build quality is phenomenol. It's also heavy, feels expensive, and the feature set and ecosphere quite complete. Almost heavy-ish. I love the phone, and it's my backup now. The Pixel 4a 5G is minimalist, light, leaves you "uninvolved" or slightly detached from the massive Google ecosphere, unless you go in and configure the various bits and pieces of it.
I'm very pleased with my purchase. Refreshing alternative to Samsung. Don't get me wrong, Samsung flagship is a beast. But I never buy new $1000 plus phones. So the best that I could do is buy a used or NOS Samsung Note, which I did (a Note 9), and it was a terrible experience. Old android version, build quality was not too hot. If you ever look at buying a flagship phone that is 2 or 3 versons behind, Samsung can't cut it. Apple is much better in that scenario. But I'm glad that there's something that "fills the gap" between flagship phones, and just a nice, new, current, phone with frequent updates. Who better to get an android device from, then the people who make android?
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Mohammad A. AlmejradReviewed in Saudi Arabia on October 17, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars هاتف نقال ممتاز بمعنى الكلمة
Color: Clearly WhiteVerified Purchaseالجهاز ممتاز من جميع النواحي وسعره معقول.
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- RevanthReviewed in India on August 26, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Full Review in 2022
Color: Just BlackVerified PurchaseSo i bought this in August,2022.
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.
- BASHIR KHAN MIANIReviewed in Saudi Arabia on March 3, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Best mobile phone 📱
Color: Just BlackVerified PurchaseBest mobile phone 📱
- OrkoReviewed in Canada on March 8, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome phone
Color: Just BlackVerified PurchaseI've been impressed with the Pixel series of phones which is why I bought this one, no regrets. The price/performance ratio makes them a great choice. I love the fact that you get stock Android without all the bloatware other manufacturers install on their phones, and you get Android updates quickly.
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.
- PiyushReviewed in India on August 29, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Pixel 4a 5G Clearly White
Color: Clearly WhiteVerified PurchaseGoogle Pixel 4a 5G Unlocked version. Indian networks supported. Got the sealed box though it is an imported product.
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.