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Google Pixel 3a
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5.6" FHD+ OLED
Snapdragon 670
12.2MP Dual-Pixel + OIS/EIS
8MP Front Camera
4GB RAM + 64GB Storage
3000mAh Battery
18W USB-PD Fast Charging
4G LTE (no 5G)
Android 9 Pie
Titan M Security
Stereo Speakers + 3.5mm Jack
Just Black / Clearly White / Purple-ish
Google Pixel 3a
5.6" FHD+ OLED
2220×1080 resolution, 441 ppi
18.5:9 aspect ratio, Always-on Display, Now Playing
Snapdragon 670 & Titan M
2.0 + 1.7 GHz octa-core, Adreno 615
Titan M security module for on-device protection
12.2MP Dual-Pixel Rear
f/1.8, 1.4µm pixels, OIS + EIS
Front: 8MP, f/2.0, fixed focus
3000mAh Battery
USB-C 18W fast charging (USB-PD 2.0)
Up to 7 hours of use after 15-minute charge
4G LTE (no 5G)
Wi-Fi 5 ac, Bluetooth 5.0 + LE, NFC, Google Cast
Single Nano SIM + eSIM in select markets
4GB LPDDR4x + 64GB Storage
No microSD expansion
Unlimited online high-quality photo backup via Google Photos
Timeline & Release Details
Google announced the Pixel 3a on May 7, 2019, positioning it as a more accessible Pixel phone with a 5.6-inch display at half the price of premium flagships. The four model numbers (G020E, G020F, G020G, G020H) correspond to regional variants sold through carriers and unlocked channels.
- Object classification: Smartphone / Mobile Computer
- Canonical model family: G020E / G020F / G020G / G020H
- Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: G020E, G020F, G020G, G020H (exact market mapping not specified in the provided sources)
- Launch Price (MSRP): US$399 for the 5.6-inch model
- Announcement date: May 7, 2019
Body & Build
The Pixel 3a uses a polycarbonate unibody construction with a tactile finish. It is designed to fit comfortably in the hand and is available in three colours.
- Dimensions: 151.3 × 70.1 × 8.2 mm (6.0 × 2.8 × 0.3 inches)
- Weight: 147 g (5.2 oz)
- Materials: Polycarbonate unibody
- Colours: Just Black, Clearly White, Purple-ish
- Ports: USB-C (USB 2.0), 3.5mm audio jack, single Nano SIM tray
- Sensors: Pixel Imprint rear fingerprint, Active Edge, proximity/ambient light, accelerometer/gyrometer, magnetometer, barometer, Android Sensor Hub
- Hearing aid compatibility: M3/T3 (G020E and G020G)
Display System
The 5.6-inch OLED display is one of the standout features for the price tier, offering deep blacks and vibrant colours with a high pixel density.
- Type: FHD+ OLED
- Size: 5.6 inches (142.2 mm) full diagonal
- Resolution: 2220 × 1080 pixels
- Pixel density: 441 ppi
- Aspect ratio: 18.5:9
- Features: Always-on Display, Now Playing music identification, 100,000:1 contrast ratio, 16 million colours (24-bit), D67 whitepoint
Camera System
The Pixel 3a inherits the same rear camera sensor and computational photography capabilities as the flagship Pixel 3, making it a strong imaging performer in the midrange segment.
Rear Camera
- Sensor: 12.2 MP dual-pixel with 1.4 µm pixels
- Aperture: f/1.8
- Stabilisation: Optical + electronic image stabilisation
- Field of view: 76 degrees
- Autofocus: Dual pixel phase detection
- Video recording: 4K at 30 fps, 1080p up to 120 fps, 720p up to 240 fps
- Features: HDR+, Night Sight, Portrait Mode, Super Res Zoom
Front Camera
- Sensor: 8 MP with 1.12 µm pixels
- Aperture: f/2.0
- Field of view: 84 degrees
- Focus: Fixed
- Video recording: 1080p at 30 fps
Platform & Software
The Pixel 3a runs a clean version of Android with Google’s custom Titan M security chip and a three-year update commitment.
- Operating System: Android 9 (Pie) at launch
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 (2.0 + 1.7 GHz octa-core)
- GPU: Adreno 615
- Security: Titan M security module
- RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4x
- Storage: 64 GB internal (no microSD slot)
- Update policy: Google listed 3 years of operating system and security updates
- Charging and fast charge: USB-C 18 W adapter (USB-PD 2.0), 18 W fast charging
Key Features & Google AI
The Pixel 3a brings several Pixel-exclusive capabilities to a lower price point, leveraging Google’s software and hardware integration.
- Active Edge: Squeeze the sides to launch Google Assistant or silence incoming calls
- Camera intelligence: Night Sight, Super Res Zoom, Portrait Mode, HDR+
- Call Screen: Available in English in the United States and Canada
- Now Playing: Automatically identifies songs playing nearby
- Google Photos: Free unlimited high-quality photo and video backup
- ARCore: Supports augmented reality experiences (e.g., Google Maps AR navigation)
Battery & Charging
The 3000mAh battery is paired with 18 W fast charging, allowing quick top-ups.
- Capacity: 3000 mAh (non-removable)
- Charging: USB-C 18 W fast charging via USB-PD 2.0
- Fast charge claim: Up to 7 hours of use with 15 minutes of charge; up to 30 hours on a full charge
- Adapter included in box: Yes, 18 W USB-C charger
Connectivity & Sensors
The Pixel 3a provides robust 4G LTE connectivity with global band support and eSIM in selected markets.
- Cellular: GSM/EDGE quad-band, UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA, CDMA EVDO Rev A (Verizon and North America), 4G LTE (Cat 11 up to 600 Mbps down, Cat 5 up to 75 Mbps up)
- SIM: Single Nano SIM + eSIM in select markets (United States supports eSIM)
- Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2×2 MIMO (2.4 + 5 GHz)
- Bluetooth: 5.0 + LE with Qualcomm AptX and AptX HD
- NFC: Yes
- Google Cast: Yes
- Location: GPS, GLONASS; other countries add BeiDou and Galileo
- Sensors: Fingerprint (rear), accelerometer, gyrometer, magnetometer, barometer, proximity/ambient light
Google Pixel 3a - Summary
The Google Pixel 3a (models G020E, G020F, G020G, G020H) is a 5.6-inch midrange smartphone announced on May 7, 2019. It combines a vibrant OLED display, a capable 12.2MP camera with Google's computational photography, a clean Android 9 experience, and Titan M security. The polycarbonate unibody keeps weight low at 147 g, and the 3000mAh battery supports 18 W fast charging. While it lacks 5G and expandable storage, the Pixel 3a offers strong value for users who prioritise camera quality and software updates over higher-end specs.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$399 |