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Brand | |
Model Name | Pixel 4a 5G |
Wireless Carrier | Unlocked |
Operating System | Android 11.0 |
Cellular Technology | 5G |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC |
Color | Just Black |
Screen Size | 6.2 Inches |
Wireless network technology | LTE |
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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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Battery life | 4.7 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Fingerprint reader | 5.0 | 3.7 | — | 5.0 | 4.2 | 4.0 |
Face recognition | — | 4.1 | 4.1 | — | 3.9 | 3.6 |
Value for money | — | 3.9 | 3.8 | — | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Sold By | New Sky INC | Amazon.com | HUMAN TECH | New Sky INC | Deal Depot Plus | SoonerSoft Electronics |
display size | 6.2 inches | 6.1 inches | 5.7 inches | 5.8 inches | 6.8 inches | 6.4 inches |
memory capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 4 GB | 128 GB |
model name | Pixel 4a 5G | Pixel 7a | Pixel 4 | Pixel 4a | Moto G Stylus 5G | Pixel 6 |
operating system | Android 11.0 | Android 13.0 | Android | Android | Android 11.0 | Android |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, USB | USB, Bluetooth | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | Networks + Bands 5G: 2/5/25/26/41/66/71/77/78 4G: 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/25/26/29/30/38/39/40/41/48/66/71 3G: 1/2/4/5/8 Bluetooth Technology Bluetooth 5.0 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4GHz & 5GHz | Wi-Fi hotspot Location Services GPS (L1), A-GPS, LTEEP, SUPL, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou SIM Card Single SIM (1 Nano SIM + 1 microSD) | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
display type | AMOLED | OLED | OLED | OLED | LCD | OLED |
service provider | T-Mobile | — | fully unlocked | unlocked | — | — |
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 | 0.2 ounces |
ASIN | B08H8VZ6PV |
Item model number | GA02293-US |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
OS | Android 11.0 |
RAM | 6 GB |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Cellular, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Rear |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form Factor | Smartphone |
Color | Just Black |
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 | October 29, 2020 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Standing screen display size | 6.2 Inches |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 6 GB |
Battery Capacity | 3885 Milliamp Hours |
Weight | 0.2 Ounces |
Charging Time | 100 minutes |
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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 like the quality, charging speed and picture quality of the cellular phone. For example, they mention it works great, the OS is good overall and that it charges pretty quickly. That said, they like the ease of installation. Opinions are mixed on battery life and value.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the cellular phone. They mention that it has a great camera, the OS is good overall, and that it works great. Some say that the other two cameras are useless. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The build quality is phenomenol. It's also heavy, feels expensive, and the feature set and ecosphere quite complete. Almost heavy-ish...." Read more
"...I've had the phone now for around three months and it works well...." 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
"One positive of note: Nicely designed with high screen-to-size ratio...." Read more
Customers like the charging of the cellular phone. They say it charges pretty quickly, and everything on the phone is instant. Customers also say the phone moves pretty quickly and is responsive.
"...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
"...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
"...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
"...Lack of wireless charger (I believe, never tried it myself) is a bit of a bummer...." Read more
Customers like the picture quality of the cellular phone. They mention that it takes great pictures, has vivid colors, and is outstanding in low light. The screen is crisp and clear, and adjusts to the lighting very fast. The phone works great, and the screen is beautiful and bright. Night and dark photos are really great. The clean Pixel look and feel is intuitive, easy to use, and responsive.
"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
"...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
"...sounds impressive on paper with its Night Vision mode, powerful videography capabilities, 5G connectivity, extensive suite of apps, large file..." 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
Customers find the installation process of the cellular phone to be easy. They mention that it is super easy to use, setup, and transfer data from their old Samsung device. They also say that the phone is intuitive, easy to navigate, and adapt to. Customers also appreciate the seamless transition and integration of the Google apps. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...😕😩.In general, though, the phone is easy to use and I'm happy with my choice, so far...." Read more
"...Decent speakersFantastic, easy to use camera that takes great picturesClean 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
"...Seamless transition only required 3 additional logins as everything else transitioned automatically with google tools...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the cellular phone. Some mention that it has great battery life, with 6 hours of on-screen time, and multi-day on a single charge. However, others say that it doesn't seem great, has issues due to the Note's aggressive battery management, and is a little under-powered.
"...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
"...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
"...out to upgrade this rating.... Despite other reviews: My battery lasts about 13 hours, ugh!; that's less than my 3aXL...." Read more
"I upgrade from a Samsung S6, so this was a major upgrade. Battery life is great...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the cellular phone. Some mention that it's a great phone for the price point, while others say that it is not worth the 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 camera of the cellular phone. They mention that it stops working every several days and has to be rebooted. Some say that the phone does not work on all major carriers and that one of the speakers does not working. Overall, some customers have reported issues with the phone's camera and speaker functionality.
"...From that moment to now, the phone has been totally unusable...." Read more
"Phone says fully unlocked but was unable to use foreign carriers...." 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
Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the cellular phone. They mention that it is very fragile, surprisingly weak, and broke after 30 days of normal use. They also complain about the poor quality hardware and the fact that it shattered from a short fall from their pocket. Customers also mention that the phone won't last and is in terrible condition.
"...Old android version, build quality was not too hot...." 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 worth noting that this phone is soo thin and the bass skew is soo strong that the whole phone feels like its vibrating along with the music,..." 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
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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?
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.
Update: Smartwatch & remote speaker have linked up with phone and so that warrants upgrade from 3 to 4- rating. The other concerns remain. Google does continue to make sometimes small but worthy refinements with their new models. Side note: I use ADW launcher which works satisfactorily. Have yet to find an excellent weather app as a clear, bold multi-day weather banner above app icons on home screen.
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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.