Unfiltered Assistance on the Pixel 8a Budget Android Phone
Top Pick on Amazon Today: Google Pixel 8a Discounted Deal
Haven't copped the latest Pixel 9 series yet? No worries! Prices for the previous Pixel 8 lineup are dropping fast, especially with the Pixel 9a upcoming. Here's a breakdown on the pricing:
- The high-end Pixel 8 Pro now retails for a snag-worthy $599 on Amazon, although the price may fluctuate depending on location.
- If your wallet's feeling a bit thin, the Pixel 8a is available for an even more affordable $399 after a sweet $100 discount (yep, originally $499, but who's counting?). This price matches the Pixel 8a's all-time lowest price, according to market price-checking tools. Oh, and fun fact, the Pixel 9a is rumored to hit the shelves at $499, so if you're on a budget—or just not too fussed about the latest tech—this is a swell choice.
Curious about the Pixel "a" series? It's the budget-friendly alternative in the Pixel lineup, often lacking a few features found in its pricier siblings but typically offering better bang for the buck. Wondering what makes the Pixel 8a stand out from the pricier Pixel 8 and 8 Pro models? Here's a lowdown from our assistant tech editor, Michelle Ehrhardt:
The Pixel 8a rocks a 64MP main wide/12MP ultrawide shooter on the rear, along with a 13MP selfie camera. comparatively, the regular Pixel 8 sports a 50MP main wide/12MP ultrawide rear camera setup and a 10.5MP front cam. Despite the slightly fewer megapixels on the 8a, its improved light sensing and larger pixel size means it may hold its ground against the fancier Pixel 8 in certain circumstances.
While the Pixel 8a boasts the same Tensor G3 processor as the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, it sports a slightly smaller 6.1-inch 120Hz "Actual" display, and while its camera system has more pixels, it may have slightly weaker sensors. However, the 8a gains Google Gemini Nano support—just like its more expensive cousins—as well as seven years of guaranteed software support and the same new drop features. (Check out our full review of the 8a here.)
- For tech enthusiasts seeking budget-friendly options, the Google Pixel 8a deal at $399 after a $100 discount is noteworthy, considering the Pixel 9a is rumored to cost $499.
- In the tech world, the Pixel "a" series represents the budget-friendly alternative in Google's Pixel lineup, often offering better value for cost despite lacking a few features found in pricier siblings.
- One unique advantage of the Pixel 8a is its Google Gemini Nano support, a feature that aligns it with its more expensive counterparts, despite a slightly smaller display and potential difference in camera sensor quality.
