Google has officially launched the Pixel 10a, its latest budget-friendly smartphone. The new device keeps the same $499 starting price in the US and is available for pre-order now, with full retail sales beginning March 5.
The Google Pixel 10a comes with 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of storage. There is no microSD slot. In Canada, pricing starts at CAD $679.
One of the biggest design changes is the new flat camera setup. Unlike most modern phones, the Pixel 10a has no noticeable camera bump. Google has made the rear cameras sit flush against the back of the phone.
The phone runs on Google’s Tensor G4 chip and launches with Android 16. It also comes with a promise of seven years of OS and security updates, matching Google’s long-term software support strategy.
The Pixel 10a features a 6.3-inch pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Google says this is its brightest Pixel A-series screen yet, offering an 11% boost in brightness compared to last year’s model.
Camera hardware includes a 48MP main lens and a 13MP ultra-wide lens. The phone also gets AI features like Auto Best Take and Camera Coach, which were previously limited to higher-end Pixel models.
Battery capacity stays at 5,100mAh, but charging speeds improve. The Pixel 10a supports 30W wired charging and 10W wireless charging. It also adds Satellite SOS support and carries an IP68 water resistance rating.
Overall, the Pixel 10a does not reinvent the lineup, but it offers small upgrades in design, brightness, and charging while keeping the same affordable price point.
