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Google Pixel 8a Leak Reveals Two Colour Options and Retail Box

Highlights

Vibrant “Bay” and “Mint” colour options unveiled.
Includes a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.
Features Google’s Tensor G3 chipset with 8GB RAM.
Boasts a 64MP primary camera and 27W fast charging.

It’s a story as old as time itself.

A Pixel phone is around the corner but just like clockwork everywhere in the world leaks start to pop up painting a complete picture of the device.

The Pixel 8a is not going to be different.

The device has started appearing at international retailers, leading to in-person leaks which have given us a glimpse of the phone’s vibrant colour options, expected to be called “Bay” (blue) and “Mint” (green).

Colourful and Vivid Design

Both Pixel 8a models look subtle yet lovely in their respective colours.

There is a mix of a saturated and vibrant look, especially the blue variant but the slightly muted appearance of the green shade is appealing as well.

Although it doesn’t appear as electric as early leaks suggested, it’s still significantly more colourful than the “Mint” color on last year’s Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

What’s in the Box?

Google Pixel 8a Leak Reveals Two Colour Options and Retail Box

The leaked Pixel 8a units come with the standard box packaging, including a USB Type-C to Type-C cable, a SIM ejector tool, a USB-A to USB-C adapter, and some paper manuals.

Early Availability and Pricing

Features Google’s Tensor G3 chipset with 8GB RAM

Interestingly, the leaker has made some surprising claims – the Pixel 8a is already being sold in some markets in Morocco, despite Google not sharing any official teasers or details about the Pixel 7a successor.

So much for secrecy.

Even so, while the leaks seem legitimate, it’s advisable to take them with a grain of salt until official announcements.

Rumoured Specs and Features

Boasts a 64MP primary camera and 27W fast charging

According to rumours, the Pixel 8a will feature a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1400 nits peak brightness.

It’s expected to be powered by Google’s in-house Tensor G3 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB/256GB of non-expandable storage.

The camera setup is said to include a 64MP primary camera with OIS, a 13MP ultra-wide camera, and a 13MP front-facing selfie camera.

Additionally, the Pixel 8a is rumoured to run Android 14 out-of-the-box and pack a 4,500mAh battery with 27W fast charging support.

Google Pixel 8a Key Specs

GENERAL

Sim Type	Dual Sim
Dual Sim	Yes
Sim Size	Nano+eSIM
Device Type	Smartphone
Release Date	October 11, 2023 (Expected)

DISPLAY

Type	Color OLED Screen (16M Colors)
Touch	Yes
Size	6.3 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 90 Hz
Aspect Ratio	20:9
PPI	~ 418 PPI
Screen to Body Ratio	~ 88.93%
Notch	Punch Hole

MEMORY

RAM	8 GB
Storage	128 GB
Storage Type	UFS 3.1
Card Slot	No

CONNECTIVITY

GPRS	Yes
EDGE	Yes
3G	Yes
4G	Yes
5G	Yes
VoLTE	Yes
Wifi	Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetooth	Yes, v5.3
USB	Yes, USB-C
USB Features	USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging

EXTRA

GPS	Yes
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes, In Display
Face Unlock	Yes
Sensors	Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Barometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Proximity Sensor
3.5mm Headphone Jack	USB Type-C
Extra	NFC

CAMERA

Rear Camera	12.2 MP (Main) 12 MP (Ultra Wide) with autofocus
Features	Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus
Video Recording	1080p @ 30 fps FHD
Flash	Yes, Dual LED
Front Camera	Punch Hole 10.1 MP f/2
Front Video Recording	1080p @ 30 fps FHD

TECHNICAL

OS	Android v13
Chipset	Google Tensor G3
CPU	3 GHz, Nine-Cores Processor
Core Details	1×3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4×2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4×2.15 GHz Cortex-A510
GPU	Immortalis-G715s MC10
Java	No
Browser	Yes

MULTIMEDIA

Email	Yes
Music	Yes
Video	Yes
FM Radio	Yes
Document Reader	Yes

BATTERY

Type	Non-Removable Battery
Size	4700 mAh, Li-Po Battery
Fast Charging	Yes, 67W Fast Charge

FAQs

What are the new colour options for the Google Pixel 8a?

The Google Pixel 8a is expected to come in “Bay” (blue) and “Mint” (green), offering vibrant and saturated hues that differ significantly from previous models.

What type of display does the Google Pixel 8a feature?

The Pixel 8a is rumoured to have a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED screen that supports a 120Hz refresh rate and delivers peak brightness of 1400 nits, ensuring crisp and clear visuals.

Can you tell me more about the Pixel 8a’s camera specifications?

The Pixel 8a is anticipated to include a 64MP primary camera with optical image stabilization, a 13MP ultra-wide camera, and a 13MP front-facing camera for selfies.

What processing power does the Google Pixel 8a have?

Google’s in-house Tensor G3 chipset powers the Pixel 8a, paired with 8GB of RAM and available in either 128GB or 256GB storage options, enhancing the phone’s performance and multitasking capabilities.