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6 GB / 128 GB / Global · Launched July 2022
Overview
NeoScore
6.2
#1571 of 5429
- Design & display
- 6.8
- Performance & hardware
- 6.2
- Camera
- 6.4
- Connectivity
- 7.6
- Battery & charging
- 4.5
Strengths
- Connectivity is among the best of its time, with 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, NFC and dual-SIM support.
- Its AnTuTu result of 827,053 is better than that of most phones of its time.
- The main camera’s f/1.7 aperture is among the best of its time, and optical image stabilization is included.
Weak points
- The 60 Hz display refresh rate is among the weakest of its time.
- The 4,410 mAh battery is smaller than most phones of its time.
- The main camera has 12.2 MP, a lower resolution than most phones of its time.
- Display
- 6.1″OLED1,080 × 2,400 px60 Hz
- Design
- 178 g71.8 mm152.2 mm8.9 mm
- Performance
- Google TensorOcta-Core6 GB RAM128 GB
- AnTuTu
- 827,053Better than 84% of phones
- Battery
- 4,410 mAh18 W
- Cameras
- 12.2 Mpx · f/1.712 Mpx · f/2.2selfie 8 Mpx · f/2
- Network
- 5G4G3G2G
- Software
- Android 12
Evidence-based overview
Google Pixel 6a 6 GB / 128 GB / Global technical sheet
Google Pixel 6a suits anyone looking for a compact 5G phone with Android and a versatile camera, while accepting a 60 Hz display and a smaller battery than most phones of its time.
Its 6.1-inch OLED display delivers 429 ppi, among the best pixel densities of its time, together with HDR and Always-On Display. At 178 g, the phone is lighter than most, and IP67 provides dust and water resistance. The fingerprint sensor sits under the display. The trade-off is the 60 Hz refresh rate, among the weakest of its time.
Google Tensor and LPDDR5 memory support buyers who prioritize performance: its AnTuTu result of 827,053 is better than most phones of its time. The 12.2 MP main camera has lower resolution than most, but its f/1.7 aperture is among the best and optical image stabilization is included. An ultrawide camera and 4K video add flexibility. Connectivity is among the best, with 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, NFC and dual-SIM support.
The 4,410 mAh battery is smaller than most, while 18 W charging is typical. Its overall NeoScore is 6.2: a balanced choice for size, camera capability and connectivity, rather than fast charging.
Highlights
- 1Connectivity is among the best of its time, with 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, NFC and dual-SIM support.
- 2Its AnTuTu result of 827,053 is better than that of most phones of its time.
- 3The main camera’s f/1.7 aperture is among the best of its time, and optical image stabilization is included.
- 4Its 429 ppi pixel density is among the highest of its time.
Things to consider
- 1The 60 Hz display refresh rate is among the weakest of its time.
- 2The 4,410 mAh battery is smaller than most phones of its time.
- 3The main camera has 12.2 MP, a lower resolution than most phones of its time.
Technical specifications
Battery
- Battery Capacity
- 4,410 mAh
- Battery Type
- Li-Polymer
- Fast Charge Power
- 18 W
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
Design
- Body Colors
- White, Black, Green
- Body Thickness
- 8.9 mm
- Body Width
- 71.8 mm
- Body Height
- 152.2 mm
- Weight
- 178 g
- Usable Surface
- 84 %
- Body Materials
- Glass, Aluminium Alloy, Plastic
- Resistance Features
- IP67
- Waterproof Depth
- 1 m
- Foldable
- No
- Rugged Build
- No
Performance
- Processor Model
- Google Tensor
- Processor Process Size
- 5 nm
- Graphics GPU
- Mali-G78 MP20
- Storage Type
- UFS 3.1
- Maximum CPU Clock
- 2.8 GHz
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 128 GB
- AnTuTu Score
- 827,053
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 1,373
- Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
- 3,047
- CPU Description
- Octa-core CPU with 2×2.80 GHz Cortex-X1, 2×2.25 GHz Cortex-A76, and 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55 cores.
- Processor Type
- Octa-Core
- 64-Bit Processor
- Yes
- RAM Capacity
- 6 GB
- RAM Type
- LPDDR5
- Expandable Storage
- No
- AnTuTu version
- v10
Sensors
- Fingerprint Sensor Placement
- Under Display
Display
- Display Aspect Ratio
- 19.5:9
- Peak Display Brightness
- 778 nits
- Display Technology
- OLED
- Display Diagonal
- 6.1″
- Display Horizontal Resolution
- 1,080 px
- Display Vertical Resolution
- 2,400 px
- Display Pixel Density
- 429 ppi
- Display Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Display Features
- OLED, HDR, Gorilla Glass 3, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless
- Integrated Projector
- No
Sensor
- Sensor Features
- Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor
Software
- Operating System
- Android 12
- OS Family
- Android
- OS Version
- 12
- OS Update Support
- 5 years
- Direct OS Updates
- Yes
- Google Services
- Yes
Connectivity
- SIM Configurations
- Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
- Cellular Bands
- 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 800, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78
- Cellular Technologies
- GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- Wi-Fi Features
- Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.2
- Bluetooth Profiles
- A2DP, LE
- Navigation Systems
- GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS
- Connectivity Features
- NFC, eSIM, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB Host 3.1, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE
- USB Version
- USB 3.1
Audio
- Microphone Count
- 3
- Audio Features
- Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE
Product codes
- EAN
- 0810029934985, 0810029934961
- UPC
- 810029934985, 810029934961
- MPN
- GA02998-GB, GA03715-GB
Automated technical index
NeoScore
NeoScore is an automated technical index based on verified specifications. It does not represent hands-on testing unless NeoTeo publishes a separate review.
6.18
/10
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Selected variant
6 GB / 128 GB / Global
Design & display
6.8
- Display Technology OLED
- 8.5
- Display Refresh Rate 60 Hz
- 5.0
- Display Pixel Density 429 ppi
- 8.9
- Peak Display Brightness 778 nits
- 6.3
- Display Features OLED, HDR, Gorilla Glass 3, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless
- 2.0
- Weight 178 g
- 8.2
- Resistance Features IP67
- 7.0
- Usable Surface 84 %
- 7.7
- Body Thickness 8.9 mm
- 6.2
Performance & hardware
6.2
- AnTuTu Score 827,053
- 4.1
- RAM Capacity 6 GB
- 5.0
- Storage Type UFS 3.1
- 7.5
- Processor Process Size 5 nm
- 7.8
- Maximum Storage Capacity 128 GB
- 5.5
- Maximum CPU Clock 2.8 GHz
- 7.2
- RAM Type LPDDR5
- 8.0
Camera
6.4
- Sensor Size 1/2.55″
- 3.7
- Aperture f/1.7
- 8.5
- Optical Image Stabilization Yes
- 10.0
- Resolution 12.2 Mpx
- 6.0
- Camera Features Autofocus, Continuous Autofocus, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Laser Autofocus, Touch Focus, Manual Focus, HDR, Panorama, Digital Zoom, Geotagging, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Manual Exposure, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Burst Mode, Continuous Shooting, Time-Lapse, RAW Capture, Night Mode, Pixel Shift, Dual-Lens Camera, Optical Stabilization, Digital Image Stabilization, 4K Video
- 8.0
Connectivity
7.6
- Connectivity Features NFC, eSIM, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB Host 3.1, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE
- 4.5
- Cellular Bands 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 800, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78
- 10.0
- Wi-Fi Standards Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- 8.5
- Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2
- 7.0
- Navigation Systems GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS
- 9.5
- SIM Configurations Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
- 7.5
Battery & charging
4.5
- Battery Capacity 4,410 mAh
- 7.2
- Fast Charge Power 18 W
- 3.6
- Battery Features Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- 0.0
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- Design & display
- 6.77
- Performance & hardware
- 6.21
- Camera
- 6.39
- Connectivity
- 7.58
- Battery & charging
- 4.45
- NeoScore rank
- #1571 / 5429
Pixel 6a
Camera system
Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.
Rear main camera
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX363 Exmor RS
- Resolution
- 12.2 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.55″
- Pixel Size
- 1.4 µm
- Video Recording
- 4K at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, 1080p at 30 fps, 1080p at 60 fps, 1080p at 120 fps, 1080p at 240 fps, Gyro-EIS, Optical image stabilization
Sensor
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX363 Exmor RS
- Resolution
- 12.2 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.55″
- Pixel Size
- 1.4 µm
Video
- Video Recording
- 4K at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps, 1080p at 30 fps, 1080p at 60 fps, 1080p at 120 fps, 1080p at 240 fps, Gyro-EIS, Optical image stabilization
- Slow Motion Video
- Yes
- Slow Motion Frame Rate
- 240 fps
Lens
- Aperture
- f/1.7
- Optical Image Stabilization
- Yes
Flash
- Flash Type
- Dual LED
- Flash LED Count
- 2 LEDs
Features
- Camera Features
- Autofocus, Continuous Autofocus, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Laser Autofocus, Touch Focus, Manual Focus, HDR, Panorama, Digital Zoom, Geotagging, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Manual Exposure, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Burst Mode, Continuous Shooting, Time-Lapse, RAW Capture, Night Mode, Pixel Shift, Dual-Lens Camera, Optical Stabilization, Digital Image Stabilization, 4K Video
Rear ultrawide camera
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX386 Exmor RS
- Resolution
- 12 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.9″
- Pixel Size
- 1.25 µm
- Aperture
- f/2.2
Sensor
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX386 Exmor RS
- Resolution
- 12 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.9″
- Pixel Size
- 1.25 µm
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2.2
Front camera
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX355
- Resolution
- 8 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.8″
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
- Video Recording
- 1080p at 30 fps
Sensor
- Sensor Model
- Sony IMX355
- Resolution
- 8 Mpx
- Sensor Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor Size
- 1/2.8″
- Pixel Size
- 1.12 µm
Video
- Video Recording
- 1080p at 30 fps
Lens
- Aperture
- f/2
Features
- Camera Features
- HDR, Panorama
Camera system
- DxOMark Score
- 122 points
Review
- DxOMark Score
- 122 points
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19Variant details
- Memory
- 6 GB
- Markets
- Global
- Storage
- 128 GB
- Market codes
- Global
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