Google Pixel 4a 5G (128GB) review. Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartphones and if it's worth buying.
Overall score
What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score components:
90.0%
Technical Score
10.0%
User score
Technical Score
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
User score
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.
#20 in Best Google Phones
#35 in Best 6-Inch Smartphones
#196 in Best Mid-Range Smartphones
#315 in Best Smartphones Under £500
#460 in Best Android Smartphones
#476 in Best 5G Smartphones
#479 in Best NFC Smartphones
#500 in Best AI Smartphones
#501 in Best Smartphones
#881 in Best Value Smartphones
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
What it is: An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score components:
60.0%
Overall score
40.0%
Price
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The WIRED review highlights the Google Pixel 4a as a top-tier budget smartphone, driven by its exceptional 12.2-megapixel camera and a vibrant 5.8-inch OLED display. Key pros include its compact, one-handed design, reliable performance, and clean software with timely updates. Conversely, the device lacks premium features such as an IP-rated water resistance, wireless charging, and...Read more
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IGN described the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a "best bang for your buck" smartphone, praised for its lightweight design, 6.2-inch OLED screen, and performance capable of handling high-end games. The camera system, featuring the same dual-lens setup as the Pixel 5, delivers sharp details and impressive Night Sight but has drawbacks like occasional over-saturation and poor low-light...Read more
Laptop Mag describes the Google Pixel 4a 5G as offering significant value by providing much of the Pixel 5's hardware at a $499 price point, featuring a durable plastic design, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and guaranteed software updates through 2023. The device has a solid 6.2-inch OLED display and a Snapdragon 765G processor, but it lacks the Pixel 5's 90Hz refresh rate and the more...Read more
The PCMag review highlights the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a strong, sub-$500, mid-range smartphone featuring 5G connectivity and a capable camera system. Powered by a Snapdragon 765G processor, the device offers, bright 6.2-inch OLED display, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and promises three years of software updates. However, it is limited by a 60Hz screen, lacks wireless charging, and uses...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a reliable but uninspiring mid-range device, offering a clean Android 11 experience, a durable plastic build, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. While the phone boasts excellent battery life and capable cameras shared with the Pixel 5, it suffers from performance stutters, a 60Hz display, and underwhelming, sometimes dim photo results. Positioned...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a well-balanced 2020 device, offering exceptional 48-hour battery life and a large 6.2-inch OLED screen in a plastic body. It delivers flagship-level photography with the same camera system as the Pixel 5, including an added ultrawide lens, alongside a clean Android 11 experience. Key compromises include the lack of wireless charging, no...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G offers a balance of features and affordability at $499, including a clear OLED screen and a 3.5mm headphone jack. While it delivers strong performance with a Snapdragon 765G processor and all-day battery life, it lacks premium features like wireless charging, a high refresh rate display, and IP68 water resistance. Its dual-camera system, featuring a new...Read more
Thurrott.com reviewed the Google Pixel 4a 5G, labeling it the "best value of 2020" due to its features and price point, noting its larger screen, improved camera, 5G, clean Android interface, guaranteed updates, fingerprint reader, headphone jack, and security chip as pros. However, the review highlights mid-level components, lack of wireless charging, slower wired charging, no...Read more
The WIRED review highlights the Google Pixel 4a as a top-tier budget smartphone, driven by its exceptional 12.2-megapixel camera and a vibrant 5.8-inch OLED display. Key pros include its compact, one-handed design, reliable performance, and clean software with timely updates. Conversely, the device lacks premium features such as an IP-rated water resistance, wireless charging, and...Read more
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The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a balanced, high-performance mid-range device featuring a large 6.2-inch OLED display and the capable Snapdragon 765G processor, which it shares with the Pixel 5. While offering excellent camera quality through its 12.2MP main and 16MP ultra-wide sensors, the device lacks premium features like a 90Hz screen, wireless charging, and official...Read more
According to the Connect.de review, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a balanced mid-range smartphone highlighting a 6.2-inch OLED display and excellent photography capabilities. While it features the same camera hardware as the Pixel 5 and solid 5G performance, it compromises with a 60Hz display refresh rate and a plastic build lacking IP-rated water resistance. Despite missing wireless...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a "pleasantly unspectacular" and reliable mid-range device, featuring a matte-black plastic unibody, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and solid, albeit unrefined, construction. It offers a 6.2-inch 60Hz OLED display and, while lacking official IP water resistance, boasts an excellent, long-lasting battery. The camera system, shared with the Pixel 5,...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G, reviewed as a capable "Pixel 5 Lite," features a sharp 6.2-inch OLED display and powerful performance driven by the Snapdragon 765G processor, according to inside-digital.de. While praised for its exceptional camera system that mirrors the Pixel 5's capabilities, including impressive low-light Night Sight, the screen is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate. Cons...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a "big sister" to the standard 4a, featuring a larger 6.2-inch OLED display, the Snapdragon 765G processor, and a sturdy polycarbonate build. Key advantages include 5G connectivity, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a reliable physical fingerprint sensor, although the screen is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate. Performance is a highlight, with the...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a balanced, high-performance mid-range device featuring a large 6.2-inch OLED display and the capable Snapdragon 765G processor, which it shares with the Pixel 5. While offering excellent camera quality through its 12.2MP main and 16MP ultra-wide sensors, the device lacks premium features like a 90Hz screen, wireless charging, and official...Read more
According to Tom's Guide France, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a sober, efficient mid-range device featuring a large 6.2-inch OLED display, a responsive Snapdragon 765G processor, and quality stereo speakers. While offering solid 5G performance, the device lacks daring features like a 90Hz refresh rate or a telephoto lens. The camera system excels with its 12.2MP main sensor, new...Read more
The Fnac Labo review highlights the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a compelling alternative to the Pixel 5, combining a 6.24-inch OLED screen with the powerful Snapdragon 765G processor. While featuring a durable polycarbonate design and a 3.5mm headphone jack, it lacks a 90Hz refresh rate and IP rating for water resistance. Camera performance is a major strength, delivering top-tier,...Read more
The 01net review highlights the Google Pixel 4a 5G as an ideal €500 smartphone, offering a near-flagship experience with a 6.2-inch OLED screen and the same dual-camera system as the Pixel 5. Key pros include exceptional low-light photo quality, solid performance from the Snapdragon 765G, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, cons include a plastic build, lack of an...Read more
According to Clubic, the Google Pixel 4a 5G acts as a "Goldilocks" device, offering a 6.2-inch OLED display and the capable Snapdragon 765G processor for a balanced experience. The smartphone shines with its high-quality, dual-camera system inherited from the Pixel 5, enabling excellent low-light photography, while retaining a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, compromises include a...Read more
The CNET France review positions the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a balanced "best of both worlds" mid-range device offering a 6.2-inch OLED display, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and an excellent dual-camera system with a 16MP ultrawide lens. Performance is solid, driven by a Snapdragon 765G processor, 6GB of RAM, 5G connectivity, and a 3,885mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging for...Read more
Frandroid describes the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a balanced "sleeper hit" that bridges the gap between the budget 4a and the flagship Pixel 5, offering the same camera performance and internal hardware at a lower price. Key advantages highlighted include a 3.5mm headphone jack and the versatile dual-rear camera system (12.2MP main + 16MP ultra-wide) powered by software features like...Read more
The Futura-Sciences review indicates the Google Pixel 5 and 4a 5G share the same Snapdragon 765G processor and camera hardware, but differ significantly in build, screen, and premium features. The Pixel 5 offers a superior 90Hz display, 8GB of RAM, and IP68 water resistance, while the 4a 5G features a larger 6.2-inch 60Hz screen and retains the 3.5mm headphone jack. Ultimately, the...Read more
In a 2020 review for the Journal de Montréal, Patrick White highlights the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 as "back-to-basics" devices prioritizing value and software over top-tier performance, with both featuring the Snapdragon 765G processor and a new 16MP ultra-wide lens. The Pixel 5 stands out for its premium, compact design with a 90Hz display, 4,080 mAh battery, and IP68...Read more
Journal du Geek characterizes the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a well-positioned device bridging the gap between the standard 4a and Pixel 5, featuring the same Snapdragon 765G processor and dual-camera setup. The review highlights the 6.2-inch OLED display, noting it is larger than its siblings but slightly less bright and limited to 60Hz. Standout features include top-tier camera...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a balanced mid-range device, offering a 6.2-inch OLED display (446 cd/m², 60Hz) and a solid plastic unibody, according to the review from Les Numériques. While lauded for its excellent color accuracy (Delta E of 1.8) and capable performance via the Snapdragon 765G, it lacks high refresh rates and IP-rated water resistance. The camera system, featuring a...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a well-balanced mid-range device featuring a robust, ergonomic plastic design and superior haptic feedback. It is powered by the Snapdragon 765G processor and features the same capable camera system as the Pixel 5, offering strong 24-hour battery life and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Key drawbacks include a 60Hz screen, the absence of an IP...Read more
The Phonandroid review positions the Google Pixel 4a 5G as an ideal balance of features, offering a large 6.2-inch OLED display and a responsive Snapdragon 765G processor, though it is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate. The device is praised for its 3.5mm headphone jack and capable 5G performance, acting as a "best of both worlds" option between the standard 4a and the Pixel 5....Read more
Presse-Citron describes the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a "darling of the family," acting as an affordable alternative to the Pixel 5 that balances high-end features with a 6.2-inch display and 5G connectivity. Key advantages include its "class-leading" camera performance, solid battery life capable of lasting two days, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, compromises...Read more
According to Tom's Guide France, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a sober, efficient mid-range device featuring a large 6.2-inch OLED display, a responsive Snapdragon 765G processor, and quality stereo speakers. While offering solid 5G performance, the device lacks daring features like a 90Hz refresh rate or a telephoto lens. The camera system excels with its 12.2MP main sensor, new...Read more
The Fnac Labo review highlights the Google Pixel 4a 5G as a compelling alternative to the Pixel 5, combining a 6.24-inch OLED screen with the powerful Snapdragon 765G processor. While featuring a durable polycarbonate design and a 3.5mm headphone jack, it lacks a 90Hz refresh rate and IP rating for water resistance. Camera performance is a major strength, delivering top-tier,...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is recognized for excellent overall performance, featuring a high-resolution, bright 6.2-inch OLED display and high durability in tumble tests. A primary advantage is the exceptional battery life, which lasts for 37 hours, coupled with a capable 12.2-megapixel camera system that delivers high-quality, accurate images. Despite its strengths, the device lacks...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a mid-range device bridging the gap between the Pixel 4a and Pixel 5, offering 5G connectivity, a Snapdragon 765G chipset, and a dual-camera system (12.2MP main, 16MP ultra-wide). It features a 6.2-inch OLED display, though it lacks the 90Hz refresh rate of its higher-end sibling. Key advantages include solid battery life, a 3.5mm headphone...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G bridges the gap between budget and flagship, offering a 6.2-inch OLED display and a Snapdragon 765G processor for fast, 5G-enabled performance. Key strengths include the high-end 12.2-megapixel camera system with Night Sight, along with three years of direct software updates. While it boasts a 3.5mm headphone jack, the device lacks wireless charging and water...Read more
The review of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 on the Gathering of Tweakers forum highlights a refined design and superior, detailed audio quality with a balanced sound profile. Key improvements include significantly enhanced battery life (7 hours plus 28 hours with case) and effective Active Noise Cancelling, making them strong for daily commuting. However, the product is...Read more
TechRadar describes the Google Pixel 4a 5G as an "awkward middle child" of the 2020 lineup, offering a large 6.2-inch plastic body, 5G connectivity, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. While it shares the Snapdragon 765G chipset and camera hardware with the Pixel 5, it compromises by lacking wireless charging and an IP rating. Key pros include a clean stock Android experience and solid,...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is characterized as a high-value, intermediate option in the 2020 Pixel lineup, featuring the Snapdragon 765G processor and a dual-camera system. Key advantages include a 6.2-inch OLED display, the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and top-tier camera performance, including Night Sight. Additionally, the device offers reliable, long-lasting battery life. To...Read more
This Tweakers product review of the Google Pixel 4a 5G highlights a strong, budget-friendly performance following a transition from an older device. Key pros include an excellent camera, solid battery life, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack within a lightweight, ergonomic body. The 6.2-inch OLED display offers great color accuracy, although it is limited to a 60Hz refresh...Read more
The Google Pixel 4a 5G bridges the gap between budget and flagship, offering a 6.2-inch OLED display and a Snapdragon 765G processor for fast, 5G-enabled performance. Key strengths include the high-end 12.2-megapixel camera system with Night Sight, along with three years of direct software updates. While it boasts a 3.5mm headphone jack, the device lacks wireless charging and water...Read more
The review of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 on the Gathering of Tweakers forum highlights a refined design and superior, detailed audio quality with a balanced sound profile. Key improvements include significantly enhanced battery life (7 hours plus 28 hours with case) and effective Active Noise Cancelling, making them strong for daily commuting. However, the product is...Read more
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