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Google Pixel 3a

 & Steven Winkelman Former Analyst, Consumer Electronics

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OLED Display

The Pixel 3a has a 5.6-inch OLED display with the same color gamut as its pricier sibling.

Polycarbonate Back

The back of the Pixel 3a is made of sturdy polycarbonate.

Camera

With a camera that rivals some of the priciest phones on the market, the Pixel 3a is an excellent option for shutterbugs

Front-Facing Camera

The Pixel 3's wide-angle selfie lens doesn't make an appearance on the Pixel 3a.

Buttons

Even people with small hands should have no problem reaching the power button and volume rocker on the Pixel 3a.

USB-C

While wireless charging isn't available on the Pixel 3a, it does support quick charging with the included adapter.

No MicroSD

The Pixel 3a has 64GB of internal storage, but there's no microSD slot to add more.

Headphone Jack

If you're a fan of the headphone jack, you'll be happy to know it makes its return to the Pixel 3a after being left out on the Pixel 3.

Performance

The Pixel 3a's Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 processor provides plenty of power for the average smartphone user.

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Steven Winkelman

Steven Winkelman

Former Analyst, Consumer Electronics

It would be an understatement to say Steven Winkelman is obsessed with mobile technology. At PCMag, he’s reviewed over 100 phones and tablets. Before that he covered mobile and wearable tech as a staff writer at Digital Trends.

Steven completed his master's degree in journalism in 2016, specializing in investigative and participatory reporting. When he’s not covering the latest mobile trends, you’ll find him reading or chatting with people who are using socially engaged practice to foster more sustainable and inclusive communities.

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