Google Pixel 3A
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Design5
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Rear Camera8
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks2
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 -
Octa core (2 GHz, Dual Core + 1.7 GHz, Hexa Core) -
4 GB RAM
Display
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5.6 inches (14.22 cm); OLED -
1080x2220 px (FHD+) -
AGC Dragontrail Protection -
Bezel-less
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 12.2 MP Wide Angle Primary Camera
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Dual LED Flash -
4k @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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8 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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3000 mAh -
18W Fast Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano -
5G Not Supported -
64 GB internal storage, Non Expandable
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Google Pixel 3A Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
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Verdict
Priced at Rs 39,999 and Rs 44,999 respectively, I`d have to say that the Pixel 3a and 3a XL are a bit of a tough sell, especially in a market like India where we have tons of other options. At that pricing, these phones encroach upon the so-called flagship killer segment, where we currently have the likes of the OnePlus 6T (review) and the LG G7 Plus ThinQ (review). Then there are the upcoming ones, such as the OPPO Reno (10x Zoom), Vivo iQOO, Samsung Galaxy A80 (first impressions) etc to contend with too. And if you can stretch your budget a tad, phones like the Samsung Galaxy S10e (review...
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Pros
- No frills
- Excellent rear camera
- Smooth Performance and decent battery life
Cons
- No frills
- Overpriced
- Selfie camera could have been better
Pixel 3a vs Pixel 3a XL
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The new Pixel 3a and 3a XL are exactly the same in terms of specs and features, barring two key differences - the screen size and battery capacity. The Pixel 3a sports a 5.6-inch screen and a 3,000mAh battery, while the 3a XL, obviously the larger of the two, rocks a 6-inch display and utilises a 3,700mAh battery.
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Pixel 3a / 3a XL vs Pixel 3 / 3 XL
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As compared to the flagship Pixels, the relatively more affordable Pixel 3a and 3a XL obviously lack some features. For one, the newer, cheaper devices come powered by the Snapdragon 670 SoC, while the higher-end device utilise the Snapdragon 845. Also worth noting is the fact that the Google Pixel 3 XL, the top-end member of the family, offers a QHD display, while the others stick to FHD. Next, there's no wireless charging support or any kind of IP rating in the Pixel 3a and 3a XL, while the flagships have both these features. Also, the new Pixel phones use polycarbonate in their construction, as against the flagships that use glass… though visually, you'd hardly be able to tell any difference in terms of the overall design. The new Pixel phones use the same exact dual-tone finish at the back as the premium models. To Google's credit, the fit and finish of the 3a and 3a XL is excellent, and the in-hand feel is almost the same as that of the pricier models.
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The signature Google experiences
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If you ask me, the excellent camera aren't the only aspect that define Google's Pixel phones for me. I'd also count the signature experiences that these devices offer. Chief among these are features like Night Sight for the camera, Now Playing for automatic song recognition, Active Edge (activating Google Assistant by squeezing the sides of the phone), unlimited high quality cloud storage for photos (via Google Photos) and deep integration of Digital Wellbeing features.
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The cameras
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In a nutshell, the Pixel 3a and 3a XL can shoot almost as well as the flagship Pixel 3 and 3 XL, especially as far as the rear camera is concerned. The front camera leaves a little something to be desired though. I have more details in my Pixel 3a vs Pixel 3 camera comparison, and tons of camera samples too, if you'd like to take a look. Overall though, I'd count the new Pixel 3a duo among the best camera phones priced under Rs 50k.
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The lowdown
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So now that you have the context, the background, and how the new Pixel 3a duo compare among themselves and against their flagship counterparts, here's the lowdown in bulleted format so that it's easier to read:
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Verdict
Priced at Rs 39,999 and Rs 44,999 respectively, I`d have to say that the Pixel 3a and 3a XL are a bit of a tough sell, especially in a market like India where we have tons of other options. At that pricing, these phones encroach upon the so-called flagship killer segment, where we currently have the likes of the OnePlus 6T (review) and the LG G7 Plus ThinQ (review). Then there are the upcoming ones, such as the OPPO Reno (10x Zoom), Vivo iQOO, Samsung Galaxy A80 (first impressions) etc to contend with too. And if you can stretch your budget a tad, phones like the Samsung Galaxy S10e (review... Read Full Verdict
- No frills
- Excellent rear camera
- Smooth Performance and decent battery life
Pros
- No frills
- Overpriced
- Selfie camera could have been better
Cons
The new Pixel 3a and 3a XL are exactly the same in terms of specs and features, barring two key differences - the screen size and battery capacity. The Pixel 3a sports a 5.6-inch screen and a 3,000mAh battery, while the 3a XL, obviously the larger of the two, rocks a 6-inch display and utilises a 3,700mAh battery.
Read MoreAs compared to the flagship Pixels, the relatively more affordable Pixel 3a and 3a XL obviously lack some features. For one, the newer, cheaper devices come powered by the Snapdragon 670 SoC, while the higher-end device utilise the Snapdragon 845. Also worth noting is the fact that the Google Pixel 3 XL, the top-end member of the family, offers a QHD display, while the others stick to FHD. Next, there's no wireless charging support or any kind of IP rating in the Pixel 3a and 3a XL, while the flagships have both these features. Also, the new Pixel phones use polycarbonate in their construction, as against the flagships that use glass… though visually, you'd hardly be able to tell any difference in terms of the overall design. The new Pixel phones use the same exact dual-tone finish at the back as the premium models. To Google's credit, the fit and finish of the 3a and 3a XL is excellent, and the in-hand feel is almost the same as that of the pricier models.
Read MoreIf you ask me, the excellent camera aren't the only aspect that define Google's Pixel phones for me. I'd also count the signature experiences that these devices offer. Chief among these are features like Night Sight for the camera, Now Playing for automatic song recognition, Active Edge (activating Google Assistant by squeezing the sides of the phone), unlimited high quality cloud storage for photos (via Google Photos) and deep integration of Digital Wellbeing features.
Read MoreIn a nutshell, the Pixel 3a and 3a XL can shoot almost as well as the flagship Pixel 3 and 3 XL, especially as far as the rear camera is concerned. The front camera leaves a little something to be desired though. I have more details in my Pixel 3a vs Pixel 3 camera comparison, and tons of camera samples too, if you'd like to take a look. Overall though, I'd count the new Pixel 3a duo among the best camera phones priced under Rs 50k.
Read MoreSo now that you have the context, the background, and how the new Pixel 3a duo compare among themselves and against their flagship counterparts, here's the lowdown in bulleted format so that it's easier to read:
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Google Pixel 3A Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
Performance
(Good)
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 |
| Processor | Octa core (2 GHz, Dual core, Kryo 360 + 1.7 GHz, Hexa Core, Kryo 360) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 10 nm |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 615 |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Geekbench4 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | OLED |
| Screen Size | 5.6 inches (14.22 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 px (FHD+) |
| Aspect Ratio | 18.5:9 |
| Pixel Density | 441 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 75.37 % |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ Support | Yes |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 151.3 mm |
| Width | 70.1 mm |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 147 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Polycarbonate |
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Rear Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus, Dual Pixel Autofocus | |||||||||||||||
| OIS | Yes | |||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED Flash | |||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 4032 x 3024 Pixels | |||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
4k @30 fps Full HD @60 fps HD @240 fps |
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Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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| Camera Features | Fixed Focus | |||||||||||
| Video Recording |
Full HD @30 fps HD @30 fps |
Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 3000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Quick Charging | Yes, 18W Fast Charging |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | No |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Single SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G bands, 4G Speed
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz, MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Rear |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyroscope |
Google Pixel 3A User Reviews
Google Pixel 3A Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 |
| RAM & Storage | 4 GB RAM + 64 GB |
| Display | 5.6", 1080 x 2220 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 12.2 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 3000 mAh |
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