Google has announced the launch of the Pixel 6a, the latest mobile phone that the internet giant has produced under its own brand, which is now available for pre-order on the Google Store and retail channel.

There are smartphones with better hardware and cheaper than the Google Pixel 6a, but users are looking for the best and “purest” Android they have a full reference in Google’s own tag. This series has clear advantages in its interface, in the Pixel Launcher or in software support, because the Pixels are the first to get new OS updates, security (five years), new features and major versions.

Google Pixel 6a, specifications

Unveiled at the Google I/O 2022 developer conference, the new Pixel features a 6.1 inch OLED displaywith native FHD+ resolution and Gorilla Glass 3 protection. It offers configurations from 6 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128 GB of USF 3.1 internal storage capacity.

The big news in hardware is its Google Tensor engine, the Custom SoC built by Google and the first time a company made its own chip for a consumer product. Although its internal specifications have not been quoted, it is believed to be an ARM triple-cluster, seven-core CPU (two high-performance Cortex-A78, two Cortex-A76 and three Cortex-A55) accompanied by an ARM Mali-GPU G78…

You already know that one of the big trends in chip design is to find custom silicon that best suits the needs of each hardware product, which, by the way, allows you to reduce costs, reduce dependence on third parties, and perfectly integrate with software. Apple is a great example for the entire industry.

Completing the main configuration, the terminal is equipped with a rear camera with a dual sensor, which, in addition to the function of autofocus with phase detection, combines a wide-angle 12.2 megapixel and an aperture of f / 1.7, together with another ultra wide-angle 12 megapixel and an aperture of f / 2.2. The front camera has a resolution of 8 megapixels with an aperture of f/2.0. As in the rest of the hardware configuration, not everything in the photo is to give more megapixels and Pixel cameras have always scored high.

The battery has capacity 4410 mAh and can be quickly recharged via the USB Type-C port. In connectivity, it has support for dual SIM (one nano SIM and one eSIM), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS, GLONASS and others. Other features to highlight include an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance and the inclusion of a Titan M2 chip to boost security along with fingerprint unlocking.

What is the media saying about the Google Pixel 6a?

International media was able to test this terminal before launch and in general the reviews are very good. CNET says it’s the best Android phone under $500; Hot Hardware talks about Google’s winning mid-ranger, and Engadget says it’s the Android device you’ve been waiting for. A summary of many published analyzes would be:

The best:

• Long-lasting battery.
• Excellent cameras.
• OLED screen.
• Attractive design and compact shape.
• Top processor and performance.
• IP67 waterproof.
• Years of guaranteed updates.
• An elegant operating system packed with features.

Improve:

• 60hz display only.
• No headphone jack.
• No wireless charging.
• No microSD card.
• Slow fingerprint sensor.
• Low internal storage capacity.

With the latest version of Android 12 available and the option to easily install the Android 13 beta, the Google Pixel 6a is now available for pre-order on the Google Store. The Sage Green, Chalk and Charcoal finish is retail price €459. It’s also available from retailers like Amazon for the same price, and in both cases the Pixel Buds A are being offered as a promotion.

Not everything is the hardware in the device and without being bad in this Google Pixel 6a, the terminal stands out rather as a great reference for those looking for the best Android experience.