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Operating System | Chrome OS, Android |
Memory Storage Capacity | 64 GB |
Screen Size | 5.6 Inches |
Model Name | Pixel 3a |
Wireless Carrier | Unlocked |
Cellular Technology | 4G |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Color | Just Black |
Wireless network technology | GSM, Wi-Fi, CDMA, LTE |
About this item
- Capture stunning photos with features like night sight, portrait mode, and HDR Plus.
- Save every photo with free, unlimited storage at high quality through Google photos.
- The Google assistant is the easiest way to get things done – including screening calls.
- The Fast Charging battery delivers up to 7 hours of use with just a 15-minute charge.
- Comes with 3 years of OS and security updates and the custom-built Titan M chip.
- Switch seamlessly and keep all your stuff. Plus your favorite Google apps are built in.
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Get more done with an extraordinary camera, fast-charging battery, and the helpful Google Assistant built in.
More to love with Pixel 3a
3 years of security and OS updates. Keep your phone protected against the latest threats and performing at its best.*
Keep your data protected. The custom-made Titan M security chip helps secure the operating system and your most sensitive data, like passwords.**
Keep more of what you love. Use the Quick Switch Adapter to transfer your messages, contacts, and photos to your new device.***
*Android version updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store. See g.co/pixel/updates for details.**See g.co/pixel/security for additional security information.***Some third-party apps and data may not be transferred automatically. Visit g.co/pixel/help for information.
Night Sight.
You’ll never want to use your flash again. Night Sight lets you capture rich detail and color, even in the dark.
Charges fast. Lasts all day.
Get more done with an Adaptive Battery that delivers 7 hours of use on just a 15-minute charge. It’s designed to learn your favorite apps and reduce power to the ones you rarely use.*
*Charging rates are based upon the use of the included charger. Actual results may vary.
Know who’s calling and why.
Let the Google Assistant help screen your calls, so you know who’s calling and why before you pick up.*
*US and Canada only. English only
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display size | 5.6 inches | 6.4 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches |
memory capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 1 GB |
model name | Pixel 3a | Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 5 | Pixel 3a XL |
operating system | Android, Chrome OS | Android | Android 11.0 | Android, Chrome OS |
connectivity tech | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
display type | LED | OLED | OLED | LED |
service provider | Wireless | Unlocked | — | Wireless |
battery average life | 7 hours | — | 95 hours | 7 hours |
input interface | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen | touch screen |
water resistance | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant |
gps navigation | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
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Get more done with Pixel 3A. It has an extraordinary camera with features like night sight, portrait mode, and HDR+. A battery that charges fast and lasts all day [7]. All the helpfulness of the Google assistant built in. And 3 years of security and OS updates included [8]. It’s everything you love about Google – in a phone. Works with all major carriers. 1. Google photos offers free unlimited online storage for all photos and videos uploaded in high-quality. Photos and videos uploaded in high-quality may be compressed or resized. Requires Google account. Data rates may apply. G.Co/help/photostorage2. U.S. and Canada only. English only. 3. Approximate battery life based on a mix of talk, data, standby, mobile Hotspot and use of other features, with always on display off. An Active display or data usage will decrease battery life. Charging rates are based upon use of the included charger. Charging time performance Statistics are approximate. Actual results may vary. 4. Android version updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google store. See G.Co/Pixel/updates for details. 5. See G.Co/Pixel/security for additional security information. 6. Some third-party apps and data may not be transferred automatically. Visit G.Co/Pixel/help for information. 7. Approximate battery life based on a mix of talk, data, standby, mobile Hotspot and use of other features, with always on display off. An Active display or data usage will decrease battery life. Charging rates are based upon use of the included charger. Charging time performance Statistics are approximate. Actual results may vary8. Android version updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google store. See G.Co/Pixel/updates for details.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.96 x 2.76 x 0.32 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.1 ounces |
ASIN | B07R7DY911 |
Item model number | G020G |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #12,395 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories) #186 in Cell Phones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
OS | Chrome OS, Android |
RAM | 64 GB |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
GPS | True |
Special features | Fast Charging Support |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Rear, Front |
Form Factor | Smartphone |
Color | Just Black |
Battery Power Rating | 3000 Milliamp Hours |
Phone Talk Time | 18 Hours |
Whats in the box | USB-C to C Cable, SIM tool, AC Adapter, OTG Dongle, Quick Start Guide |
Manufacturer | |
Date First Available | April 29, 2019 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 64 GB |
Standing screen display size | 5.6 Inches |
Weight | 0.32 Pounds |
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Customers are satisfied with the cell phone's camera, battery life, value for money, and charging speed. They praise its sharp screen, professional-grade pictures, and good battery life. Many find it easy to use and appreciate the fast fingerprint reader. However, opinions differ on functionality, durability, and sound quality.
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Customers like the camera quality. They say it takes great pictures and looks professional. The screen is sharp with nice color and brightness for easy viewing. Overall, customers are satisfied with the phone's performance and user experience.
"...I also like the display and battery life is more than sufficient for my purposes. I’m not a game enthusiast so game performance is of no importance...." Read more
"...into having beautiful crisp and sharp images, this phone has the best quality and for me... beats the other two and any other phone I've researched...." Read more
"...4. Speakers are on the weak side. Sound is even, good quality just not very loud. 5. Notification sounds are too soft. 6...." Read more
"...The camera is great as advertised including the night sight...." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the cell phone. They mention the OLED screen, great camera, and ability to invert colors and save battery by shutting off other apps.
"...I also like the display and battery life is more than sufficient for my purposes. I’m not a game enthusiast so game performance is of no importance...." Read more
"...for a dark theme, an option to invert colors, to save your battery by shutting off other apps, there's a lot of ability to choose what you want to..." Read more
"...so many features and the night sight is cool, charges fast, batter lasts forever and I'm a heavy user. So glad I made the switch...." Read more
"...the Pixel 3A. I replaced my Moto G6 Plus mainly because the charge was not holding and the sound was inconsistent...." Read more
Customers are pleased with the phone's performance and value for money. They say it performs well without being expensive.
"...The prices are better, they have no 'bloatware' using up valuable memory space, and never glitch, EVER...." Read more
"A really good mid price phone. The phone does what is should, the camera is amazing. Especially the night mode...." Read more
"...Definitely a good deal for the price and you are having a phone that looks like a high end product although it is a middle class phone and it also..." Read more
"...one plus 7 and the like, but here in the US it's one of the best value propositions out there." Read more
Customers appreciate the fast charging speed of the Z2 Force. They mention it charges much faster due to its USB-C port, the fingerprint reader is faster than any other they have used, and the phone starts up super quick, not slow or glitchy. The performance is generally good for everything they've done on it, and the phone is very responsive.
"...The phone is very responsive and I really haven’t experienced any performance issues. YouTube, YouTube TV and Pluto work wonderfully on this device...." Read more
"...Pretty strong. The storage is true to size. The chargers I had no issue with but I have a horrible habit of using my phone while it's charging...." Read more
"...Plus as soon as you put a cover on, non issue. Finger print reader on the back is quick and accurate...." Read more
"...Verdict: I LOVED MY PIXEL 3a!!! It starts up super quick, not slow or glitchy, I love the fingerprint reader on the upper back of the phone..." Read more
Customers find the phone easy to use and navigate. They appreciate the simple yet functional system, easy setup instructions, and straightforward camera setup. The phone is quick to set up and use, and the battery lasts a day. The one-handed operation makes it easier for them to handle and unlock the phone.
"...I play sometimes for hours on end, on this phone. In terms of ease of play, Google Pixel is easy to use, handling is fair and the brightness/..." Read more
"...of adjustment from the larger 6.2" G but it is noticeably easier to navigate with one hand...." Read more
"...the phone (where you naturally hold it), very well-designed & user friendly system, doesn't come loaded w/ a bunch of garbage apps you can't get rid..." Read more
"...It makes life so much easier. The squeeze function to access your assistant is pretty neat, too...." Read more
Customers have mixed reviews about the functionality of the cell phone. Some say it works well, runs all apps without lagging or freezing, and has great GPS and Maps. Others report issues with missing functionality, poor sound quality, and unusable phone functions like speakerphone and rear camera.
"...they have no 'bloatware' using up valuable memory space, and never glitch, EVER...." Read more
"...pretty glitchy, the battery life is terrible, and now the rear facing camera doesn't work...." Read more
"...YouTube, YouTube TV and Pluto work wonderfully on this device. I think the sound, both on speakers and bluetooth is very good." Read more
"...CONS: sound quality is awful, you run into issues with missing functionality that you are generally used to and the OS has bugs" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the phone's durability. Some find the plastic back doesn't feel cheap or flimsy, and the build quality is pretty decent. They appreciate the strong glass screen. Others mention that the phone broke after three years and rather than get the screen fixed they replaced it. The phone is fragile and cracked the screen in the first year.
"...this phone knowing about the lack of water resistance and questionable physical durability I knew that I would have to treat it very gingerly if it..." Read more
"...The battery is akin to my other phones I've had. Pretty strong. The storage is true to size...." Read more
"...Confirmed w/ google it's a hardware issue and no longer under warranty...." Read more
"...being stupid camp and am happy this phone is my made from a more reasonable material...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the sound quality of the cell phone. Some find the speakers good and loud, with a decent music chip. Others report inconsistent or poor sound quality, including issues like blocking the sound, stopping working after a month, and lack of voice recording.
"...Moto G6 Plus mainly because the charge was not holding and the sound was inconsistent. The phone flexed and it affected the speaker...." Read more
"...is available where I need it, most everywhere these days, call quality is not an issue, even in an environment with a poor quality cellular signal...." Read more
"...CONS: sound quality is awful, you run into issues with missing functionality that you are generally used to and the OS has bugs" Read more
"...models on most applications given a blind test, however the muting problem I discussed would make me reconsider buying this one." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2024Model Name: Pixel 3aColor: Just BlackVerified PurchaseI used to use Samsung phones, but once I switched and got to know the Pixel phones, I won't ever go back. The prices are better, they have no 'bloatware' using up valuable memory space, and never glitch, EVER. This operating system and program minimizes my web exposure and maximizes my safety...will I ever have 'no online footprint'? No. But, this helps.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2019Model Name: Pixel 3aColor: Just BlackVerified PurchaseAfter having this phone for 4 months I thought I should at least post my impressions on using this phone on a daily basis. I can say I’ve been really happy with it.
Coming into this phone knowing about the lack of water resistance and questionable physical durability I knew that I would have to treat it very gingerly if it was going to hold up at all, which has not been an issue after 4 months of use. I have been very proactive in not doing anything to challenge it’s physical limitations. Although I’m curious how well this phone could survive a significant drop unto a hard surface, such as concrete, I’ve been very protective of this device and very careful in how I’ve handled it and that’s been no problem for me.
What’s really blown me away about the Pixel 3a is something very few have mentioned which is how well wifi-calling works with it. My provider, Mint Mobile, which is a T-Mobile reseller supports wifi-calling but it has to be configured on the phone you are using in addition to enabling it on the provider. No problem with Mint Mobile and an unlocked Pixel 3a. So, the cellular signal in my house is not the greatest. It’s ok but nothing to write home about so call quality is not always the greatest. That’s where wifi calling comes in and the beauty of it is that it’s totally transparent, coming on at home and at other places where the cellular signal is poor or non-existent. Since wifi is available where I need it, most everywhere these days, call quality is not an issue, even in an environment with a poor quality cellular signal. What strikes me the most is the phone’s ability to transition to and from wifi calling without call interruption or loss. So, when I leave my house while in a call, I don’t lose the call as the phone transitions from wifi calling to cellular. For me, this has been the biggest plus of the phone.
Of course the quality of the camera is the one outstanding feature that is most often talked about and I have to admit it can take incredible pictures. I also like the display and battery life is more than sufficient for my purposes. I’m not a game enthusiast so game performance is of no importance. The phone is very responsive and I really haven’t experienced any performance issues. YouTube, YouTube TV and Pluto work wonderfully on this device. I think the sound, both on speakers and bluetooth is very good.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2020Model Name: Pixel 3aColor: Just BlackVerified PurchaseOh Google. I am usually a Galaxy Girl. Had three of the same class consecutively for some years. Then I got tired of the high pricetag.
Enter Google Pixel 3.... I like it overall. It doesn't brush your hair or make you richer looking... but for significantly less than iPhone which charges an arm, a leg and your dogs teeth....I think it's an alright phone.
I am young...early thirties with children. I am not a photographer but boy, does this phone have some nice shots. I walk around telling people I am a self-made photographer. Don't be fooled by the advertisements surrounding other megalodon-type mobiles. This phone has some of the best picture quality of any phone I've had before.
PHOTOS
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If you are into having beautiful crisp and sharp images, this phone has the best quality and for me... beats the other two and any other phone I've researched. I am a lunatic when it comes to researching...i.e. I use my Google pixel to split screens and look at multiple phones side by side and compare every little detail. Lol
I digress. Just an example to explain my theory better: we took a trip to Colorado, by far one of the most beautiful landscapes the eyes could see. I don't have the ability to go to Colorado every year and so I really wanted pictures that would capture that moment with my family. At the time it was 2017 and I had a different random phone. Now that I look back at my thousands of photos in Google photos, I realize the quality was somewhat grainy and didn't capture the light the way I wanted it to.
I am a lover of everything beautiful and nature. I love to capture the simple moments in life and the memorable ones with crisp, sharp and alluring photos and to relive those moments with nostalgia. This phone has hands down the best photo quality. I have researched it to be true (since a few months ago) and I can wholeheartedly say that the evidence speaks for itself. If you want to see every blade of grass, this phone will get you pretty close.
I attached some pictures. I wrote Google/Samsung/iPhone on the pictures to show the difference in quality. The picture of my 🌹 rose from my rose bush has won alot of recognition from a gardening photography group. They couldn't believe it wasn't an expensive phone or DSLR camera.
Now the bad.......
I gave it four stars yes....it does have some issues but I can say with experience that it is due to my own errors.
GAMING ABILITIES
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I am an avid gamer. I play sometimes for hours on end, on this phone. In terms of ease of play, Google Pixel is easy to use, handling is fair and the brightness/ visuals are absolutely fine. Maybe not perfect but for the price it's pretty powerful. But if you're into gaming for eSports and making a living playing video games, maybe find a more gamer-friendly phone. You know, one that doesn't take fine pictures. ;)
The bad issue with this phone which I knowingly blame on myself is that my screen has a somewhat faint shadow on the background that never goes away. I know from experience that my last non-google phone had it too. This is not due to the phone being bad quality but is just a natural cause of the phone keeping one screen on for a long time and in essence that image being burned into the screen. I am not aware of the term for this but hubby is a computer science/math background and explained this to me.
In my case, I had left this notoriously large sized game running in the background a whole entire night. The image burned into the retina display and is forever a part of the phone.
CAPABILITIES & MISCELLANEOUS
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I will not go into detail about GB/ram, storage, battery, chargers, or anything else which can be easily compared online. If I did my review would be a novel. But overall, it is fairly decent in these other important departments. The battery is akin to my other phones I've had. Pretty strong. The storage is true to size. The chargers I had no issue with but I have a horrible habit of using my phone while it's charging.
Don't do this.
There are some cool functions which other phones didn't have from my experience.
This phone let's you choose and set times for the night light...which is a blue light filter. There is of course an option for a dark theme, an option to invert colors, to save your battery by shutting off other apps, there's a lot of ability to choose what you want to see or don't. You can of course split the screen which makes a world of difference when listening to music while texting or typing or reading an important article. Security works really well and is helpful to bundle with ease for Google play, Gmail, and other Google office apps. Just perfect.
Mind you, there's a lot that other companies i.e., Samsung or iPhone or other competitors might be able to match or excel and some which they cannot. But the main reason this phone stands out is due to its affordability and the superior pictures, the no- nonsense ease of use, it's matching power to the more expensive phones. It is clutter free, allows you more control with your apps and interface.
Overall, this phone has not let me down and if you are like me, and can do without the frilly and minute yet unnecessary extras that come with the more popular phones, this phone will truly be a joy to use.
The fact that this phone still runs and works with my notoriously bad behaviors should speak volumes. As well as the fact that my more careful significant other has his phone in pristine condition when he bought his months before mine.....this too should sway you into giving the more affordable phone a chance. And stop following crowds or false advertisement. Do your research before making a large purchase and remember most phones all do the same things. The small differences are about what you want to give and take for your own needs in a phone.
The pictures I put are of landscapes and food and whatnot just to show you the difference in quality as well as similarities. In the end price becomes a factor. I tried to post all three popular phones in similar settings captured over the past 7 years to better show the differences.
The photos with this phone are absolutely clearer and more defined. There's more options with focusing the pictures as well. Blurring the background...you can make that an automatic feature and much much more.
I have had the phone almost two years now. Will buy another one of these when its' time runs out. It's so not worth the extra money to buy more expensive phones especially when you prefer to have beautiful and crisp photos to remember your photos by and can do without the extra filler "features".
Good luck in life whatever your choices!!!!
4.0 out of 5 stars BEST PICTURES I have ever taken were on this phone.Oh Google. I am usually a Galaxy Girl. Had three of the same class consecutively for some years. Then I got tired of the high pricetag.
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2020
Enter Google Pixel 3.... I like it overall. It doesn't brush your hair or make you richer looking... but for significantly less than iPhone which charges an arm, a leg and your dogs teeth....I think it's an alright phone.
I am young...early thirties with children. I am not a photographer but boy, does this phone have some nice shots. I walk around telling people I am a self-made photographer. Don't be fooled by the advertisements surrounding other megalodon-type mobiles. This phone has some of the best picture quality of any phone I've had before.
PHOTOS
::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
If you are into having beautiful crisp and sharp images, this phone has the best quality and for me... beats the other two and any other phone I've researched. I am a lunatic when it comes to researching...i.e. I use my Google pixel to split screens and look at multiple phones side by side and compare every little detail. Lol
I digress. Just an example to explain my theory better: we took a trip to Colorado, by far one of the most beautiful landscapes the eyes could see. I don't have the ability to go to Colorado every year and so I really wanted pictures that would capture that moment with my family. At the time it was 2017 and I had a different random phone. Now that I look back at my thousands of photos in Google photos, I realize the quality was somewhat grainy and didn't capture the light the way I wanted it to.
I am a lover of everything beautiful and nature. I love to capture the simple moments in life and the memorable ones with crisp, sharp and alluring photos and to relive those moments with nostalgia. This phone has hands down the best photo quality. I have researched it to be true (since a few months ago) and I can wholeheartedly say that the evidence speaks for itself. If you want to see every blade of grass, this phone will get you pretty close.
I attached some pictures. I wrote Google/Samsung/iPhone on the pictures to show the difference in quality. The picture of my 🌹 rose from my rose bush has won alot of recognition from a gardening photography group. They couldn't believe it wasn't an expensive phone or DSLR camera.
Now the bad.......
I gave it four stars yes....it does have some issues but I can say with experience that it is due to my own errors.
GAMING ABILITIES
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I am an avid gamer. I play sometimes for hours on end, on this phone. In terms of ease of play, Google Pixel is easy to use, handling is fair and the brightness/ visuals are absolutely fine. Maybe not perfect but for the price it's pretty powerful. But if you're into gaming for eSports and making a living playing video games, maybe find a more gamer-friendly phone. You know, one that doesn't take fine pictures. ;)
The bad issue with this phone which I knowingly blame on myself is that my screen has a somewhat faint shadow on the background that never goes away. I know from experience that my last non-google phone had it too. This is not due to the phone being bad quality but is just a natural cause of the phone keeping one screen on for a long time and in essence that image being burned into the screen. I am not aware of the term for this but hubby is a computer science/math background and explained this to me.
In my case, I had left this notoriously large sized game running in the background a whole entire night. The image burned into the retina display and is forever a part of the phone.
CAPABILITIES & MISCELLANEOUS
:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
I will not go into detail about GB/ram, storage, battery, chargers, or anything else which can be easily compared online. If I did my review would be a novel. But overall, it is fairly decent in these other important departments. The battery is akin to my other phones I've had. Pretty strong. The storage is true to size. The chargers I had no issue with but I have a horrible habit of using my phone while it's charging.
Don't do this.
There are some cool functions which other phones didn't have from my experience.
This phone let's you choose and set times for the night light...which is a blue light filter. There is of course an option for a dark theme, an option to invert colors, to save your battery by shutting off other apps, there's a lot of ability to choose what you want to see or don't. You can of course split the screen which makes a world of difference when listening to music while texting or typing or reading an important article. Security works really well and is helpful to bundle with ease for Google play, Gmail, and other Google office apps. Just perfect.
Mind you, there's a lot that other companies i.e., Samsung or iPhone or other competitors might be able to match or excel and some which they cannot. But the main reason this phone stands out is due to its affordability and the superior pictures, the no- nonsense ease of use, it's matching power to the more expensive phones. It is clutter free, allows you more control with your apps and interface.
Overall, this phone has not let me down and if you are like me, and can do without the frilly and minute yet unnecessary extras that come with the more popular phones, this phone will truly be a joy to use.
The fact that this phone still runs and works with my notoriously bad behaviors should speak volumes. As well as the fact that my more careful significant other has his phone in pristine condition when he bought his months before mine.....this too should sway you into giving the more affordable phone a chance. And stop following crowds or false advertisement. Do your research before making a large purchase and remember most phones all do the same things. The small differences are about what you want to give and take for your own needs in a phone.
The pictures I put are of landscapes and food and whatnot just to show you the difference in quality as well as similarities. In the end price becomes a factor. I tried to post all three popular phones in similar settings captured over the past 7 years to better show the differences.
The photos with this phone are absolutely clearer and more defined. There's more options with focusing the pictures as well. Blurring the background...you can make that an automatic feature and much much more.
I have had the phone almost two years now. Will buy another one of these when its' time runs out. It's so not worth the extra money to buy more expensive phones especially when you prefer to have beautiful and crisp photos to remember your photos by and can do without the extra filler "features".
Good luck in life whatever your choices!!!!
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