Google has launched its latest budget smartphone, the Pixel 7a, in India as part of its I/O 2023 developer event. The handset was unveiled alongside other Pixel products like the Pixel Fold foldable and the Pixel Tablet.
The Pixel 7a is part of Google’s A-series smartphones and comes with significant upgrades, including a new design inspired by the premium Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones, a new processor, cameras, and new features like wireless charging.
Google Pixel 7a Price and Availability in India
The Pixel 7a is priced at Rs. 43,999 and will be available in an 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model in India. It will be available in three finishes – Charcoal, Snow, and Sea. The phone is available for purchase on Flipkart from May 11. As a part of the launch offer, buyers can get an instant discount of Rs. 4,000 when purchasing the phone using HDFC Bank cards, bringing the price down to Rs. 39,999.
Google Pixel 7a Specifications
Display and Design
The Google Pixel 7a comes with a 6.1-inch full-HD+ OLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a first for the Pixel A-series. The display is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3 screen and also comes with HDR support. The phone’s fingerprint scanner is embedded in the display. The new design of the Pixel 7a is inspired by the premium Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones.
Processor and Memory
The Pixel 7a features the latest Tensor G2 SoC, which is also used in Google’s premium Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro smartphones. The processor, which comes with its Titan M2 security co-processor, is paired with 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The phone also supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.3, NFC, and GPS.
Battery and Charging
The phone is equipped with a 4,385mAh battery, which is smaller than the battery in the Pixel 6a. However, the Pixel 7a comes with wireless charging support, making it the first Pixel A-series phone to offer this feature. The phone supports the Qi charging standard.
Camera
The Pixel 7a comes with upgraded cameras compared to its predecessor. It features a 64-megapixel primary camera with optical image stabilisation (OIS), a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 13-megapixel selfie camera.
Software
The Pixel 7a runs on Android 13 and offers the Google Pixel software experience. Thanks to the updated Tensor G2 SoC, the phone also brings camera features like faster Night Sight and Long Exposure modes.
Conclusion
The Google Pixel 7a is a budget smartphone that comes with premium features like the latest Tensor G2 SoC, wireless charging, and upgraded cameras. With its affordable price point, the phone is an excellent option for those who want a high-end phone without breaking the bank.
