Google Pixel 5a 5G
$189Starting price · USBudget2021
7.2
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.34"
Display
12MP
Camera
4,680
mAh
6GB
Max RAM
18W
Charging
183g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Pixel 5a remains a value king for users prioritizing camera quality and software longevity over raw gaming power. While the hardware is dated, its reliable performance and excellent imaging capabilities make it a top-tier budget choice.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera8.5
Performance5.5
Battery8.0
Display7.0
Build7.5
Value9.5
Strengths
Excellent camera processing
Great battery life
Includes headphone jack
Clean software experience
Exceptional price-to-performance
Weaknesses
Aging chipset
Slow 18W charging
No high refresh rate display
No wireless charging
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