The Google Pixel 6a is the cheapest and smallest of the Pixel 6 lineup. Though the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro came out in 2021, Google releases a budget-friendly version of its Pixel lineup midway through the product cycle. That means the Pixel 6a came out in 2022, and honestly, it’s still a great phone even here in 2023. With the Pixel 6a, you have the same Pixel design as the mainline Pixel series, Google’s Tensor chipset, great cameras, and everything comes in a small and lightweight body. With the main Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro coming in at 6.4 and 6.7 inches, the smaller 6.1-inch size of the Pixel 6a is a welcome addition for those who don’t like larger phones. So, just how good is the Pixel 6a? Let’s find out. If you’ve seen the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, the Pixel 6a’s aesthetics will be immediately familiar. The front of the phone has a large display with a centered hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. The back sports a two-tone design separated by Google’s iconic camera bar towar...
Compact, lightweight design; IP67 water resistance; Flagship-grade performance; Excellent cameras; Clean software; Years of guaranteed updates;
Display is only 60Hz; Tensor chip runs hot; Lacking battery life;