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Google Pixel 4a

Google Pixel 4a

Brand: VIVO
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 5.81" Inch
  • Camera: 12MP (2160p)
  • RAM: 6GB RAM
  • Processor: Snapdragon 730G
  • Battery: 3140mAh
  • Launch Date: 2020, August 20
  • Storage: 128GB storage, no card slot
  • OS: Android 10, up to Android 13
  • Body: 143g, 8.2mm thickness

Specs

Network

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, 71
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/75 Mbps

Launch

Announced 2020, August 03
Status Available. Released 2020, August 20

Body

Dimensions 144 x 69.4 x 8.2 mm (5.67 x 2.73 x 0.32 in)
Weight 143 g (5.04 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
SIM Nano-SIM + eSIM

Display

Type OLED, HDR
Size 5.81 inches, 83.2 cm2 (~83.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~443 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Platform

OS Android 10, upgradable to Android 13
Chipset Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver)
GPU Adreno 618

Memory

Card slot No
Internal 128GB 6GB RAM
UFS 2.1

Main Camera

Primary Camera 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Features LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps; gyro-EIS

Selfie camera

Primary Camera 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1.12µm
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1

Features

Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Battery

Type Li-Po 3140 mAh
Charging 18W wired, PD2.0

Misc

Colors Just Black, Barely Blue
Models G025J, GA02099, G025N
Price $ 139.99 / £ 97.99

Test Results

Performance AnTuTu: 268714 (v8)
GeekBench: 6426 (v4.4), 1626 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 803 nits max brightness (measured)
Battery(old) Endurance rating 76h

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

7.2
  • Design 8 / 10
  • Display 7 / 10
  • Camera 9 / 10
  • Auto Focus 9 / 10
  • Image Quality 8 / 10
  • Performance 6 / 10
  • Features 7 / 10
  • Connectivity 6 / 10
  • Call Quality 8 / 10
  • Multimedia 7 / 10
  • Usability 8 / 10
  • Video Quality 6 / 10
  • Battery 5 / 10

PROS

  1. Exceptional Camera: Produces flagship-level 12.2MP photos with incredible, software-driven, low-light performance.
  2. Compact Design: Perfect for one-handed use with a 5.8-inch display, making it very comfortable to hold.
  3. Clean Software: Runs stock Android with no bloatware and includes a "Now Playing" music recognition feature.
  4. Vivid OLED Screen: Offers a sharp Full HD+ OLED display with vibrant colors and good brightness for its price point.
  5. Long-Term Support: Guaranteed to receive three years of Android OS and security updates, which was better than most competitors.
  6. Good Storage and RAM: Includes 128GB of internal storage and 6GB of RAM, allowing for smooth, daily multitasking.
  7. Headphone Jack: Features a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is a rarity on modern smartphones.
  8. Lightweight: The matte polycarbonate body is extremely light and durable, reducing the chance of breaking on impact.
  9. Fast Fingerprint Sensor: The rear-mounted sensor is reliable and very fast at unlocking the phone.
  10. Good Value: Offered a premium photography experience at a very affordable mid-range price point.

CONS

  1. No 5G Support: The standard 4a model lacks 5G connectivity, which limits its future-proofing compared to rivals.
  2. 60Hz Refresh Rate: The display runs at a standard 60Hz, missing out on the smoother 90Hz/120Hz rates seen on competing phones.
  3. Average Battery Life: The 3,140mAh battery is only enough for a single day, or less for heavy users.
  4. No Wireless Charging: It lacks the convenience of wireless charging and the premium glass back needed to support it.
  5. No Water Resistance: The phone has no official IP rating for water or dust resistance.
  6. Single Rear Camera: Lacks the versatility of an ultrawide or telephoto lens, unlike the 4a 5G or other competitors.
  7. Slower Processing: The Snapdragon 730G is capable but slower for high-end gaming and video processing compared to newer chips.
  8. No Expandable Memory: The 128GB storage is fixed, as there is no microSD card slot for extra storage.
  9. Plastic Build Feels Cheap: The polycarbonate body, while durable, does not offer the premium, "glass-and-metal" feel of competitors.
  10. Slow Charging: The 18W charging speed is on the lower side compared to faster charging options now available.

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