Google Pixel 3a review: It's plastic, and it's fantastic

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Google's Pixel 3a is a couple different things. For one, it undercuts the competition by offering a phone with the bare essentials and one of the best, if not the best camera in a smartphone, for just $399. And two, it fixes some of the issues we had with the Pixel 3 XL. Oh, and it has a headphone jack. It's very good, and you should buy it.
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[@miccakoster3838]

The 3a is a perfect example not needing to spend a $1000 to have a great phone

[@victuringan1429]

But they sacrificed a lot

[@KhizarShahid143]

@@victuringan1429 not much tbh

[@The1Collin]

@@victuringan1429 only thing that I wish they kept was waterproofing. Or if they couldn't do that wireless charging

[@trcwrd5810]

@@The1Collin yeah if it had at least the lowest rating of water proofing it would have be absolutely amazing, still a good phone though.

[@PGHammer21A]

@@victuringan1429 - However, how much of what is sacrificed is objectively necessary? In fact, I'm now having to ask this from the POV of a Pixel owner - my Pixel 3a is to my right. importing the data from the S7 Snapdragon (which the 3a replaces) was fast, fast, fast (bigger surprise - I used the S7's cable to handle the transfer chores). The fingerprint sensor (a feature I was used to having from the S7) is faster than that of the S7. Like the S7, you can triple-down on security (pattern, fingerprint, and PIN). No - no wireless charging - however, if wireless charging had been truly a must have, why didn't I pull THAT trigger with the S7 (which supports it)? The sacrifices are there - however, are they objective or subjective?

[@dank4815]

Sold my iPhone 7 for this after 7yrs on iOS. I’m over the moon with my decision, it’s a fantastic phone.

[@dank4815]

@Lt. Surok I was always happy with my iPhone 7 and the speed it ran at but the 3a makes it look slow. I changed to pixel and Android simply because I was always 2-3 yrs behind the latest phone with Apple thanks to the prices they charge and its getting more expensive to get in at the low end with the xr. The 3a is wonderful and I kinda feel stupid for not going Android earlier.

[@jassykat]

So you're not into Apple's ecosystem after all those years...

[@dank4815]

@@jassykat What is this ecosystem you talk of?

[@MrDetox2u]

@@dank4815 the apple ecosystem. where everything you own are apple. iphones, macbooks, ipads, airpods, etc

[@jassykat]

@@dank4815 and everything you do is perfectly synchronized between all your Apple devices.

[@betterman1011]

After so many years of chasing the latest and shiniest phones, Pixel 3a makes me feel like home

[@PGHammer21A]

@Onix Navarro -This is what I have been saying - and the hard data from today matches up. It's a solid midrange utility-infielder of a phone - even without the camera. It's not a flagship, nor is it meant to compete with them. As much as most reviewers talk about the phone's camera, it didn't factor in why I pulled the trigger, for the common-sense reason that I seldom take pictures with my phone's camera. (With the S7 I left, I took maybe fifteen pictures TOTAL over my year with it. Due to the lack of a USB-C to USB cable for connecting to a PC, there are certain things I haven't done yet (such as root or install TWRP) - no such cable is included in the box. The adapter included is USB -female to USB-C - no use for connecting to a typical PC. Had a USB-male to USB-C adapter been included, it would have solved this issue; still, it's a quibble - and it's the ONLY quibble I have with the 3a so far. Otherwise, it does what utility-infielder phones are supposed to do - perform without issues. Amusingly, it does so with either Pie or beta 4 of Q (which I updated to via OTA). So far, I have - literally - no reason to dismiss Q; therefore, until I find one, beta 4 of Q is staying on the 3a.

[@ch4ts]

I feel the same way!

[@kuttankuttan543]

It's dull looking

[@lilymaehealy6372]

Same I’m in love with it,like long distance I don’t have a 3a yet lol

[@franceduffoo2867]

Awww. This is wholesome.

[@HitachiinWannabe2]

I'm a pixel phone In a smart phone world I'm made of plastic! And I run fantastic!

[@LaneyEye101]

loll

[@prempraveen3728]

Aqua 2

[@keithtillery2576]

I have the 3a and just got the first security update (from March 2019 to June 2019). I can tell you after one day that the battery liked the update! So far, best phone ever!

[@meritosagie4394]

Keith Tillery updating phone is delicious

[@aminuddinmuhd1490]

Ive read that people are experiencing random shutdowns on their pixel 3a. Do u experience the same?

[@davidlinder0987]

@@aminuddinmuhd1490 I haven't experienced any shutdowns on my 3A. That's both on the shipped software and on Android Q beta 4.

[@mgf909]

The only flaw I'd say would be the placement of the headphone jack, but I guess that's better than not having one, right? lol

[@meritosagie4394]

davidlinder0987 you won't have a shutdown Maybe they are just haters....make sure you have latest update...android q is beta but it won't shut down

[@Jerminator1984]

Native Android and Google No overlays or bloatware. Negligible performance difference Same camera quality No frills, utilitarian phone Less than $500 What's not to love?

[@christophejergales7852]

Amen, brother.

[@MrDarren690]

Google themselves. “Changes for the sake of changing.”

[@christophejergales7852]

@@MrDarren690 found the apple fanboy.

[@typingcat]

Lack of wireless charging and LED notification.

[@Techvoyage777]

I got the pixel 3a and wow....for the price and what it brings...great phone no more 1k phones for me! And Jack is back!!

[@marcochavanne]

Same. Fingers crossed that someone makes a waterproof case soon

[@Techvoyage777]

@@marcochavanne how are you liking it so far? I love how smooth it is.

[@marcochavanne]

Had a Mate 20 Pro before I got the 3a. Pros: Battery life is just as good. Photos are WAY better. Much more stable and fluid than the Huawei. The clean UI looks better. Half the price. Unlimited photo storage. Loud stereo speakers. Great call quality. The cons: can't use my wireless chargers anymore, no water resistance makes me nervous, don't like the navigation bar vs swiping navigation on the Mate 20 Pro, wish colume and power buttons were flipped

[@ZachAnderson]

Jack is back! And yeah it really is a great device!

[@Techvoyage777]

@@marcochavanne wow, that is a change! I had the iphone 6s...i know...sad. but, the experience is great and I think we have gotten so caught up in specs....and it is a software game now.

[@minminli6248]

The basic essentials of a phone done right. 😚

[@Tylshel]

I think the same

[@PGHammer21A]

@@Tylshel Agreed there - and I (literally) just came aboard #teampixel today. If anything, this puppy is scarier from a user's POV than I expected. I'm not a big camera-on-phone user, and never have been - therefore, the camera is basically icing. Another thing I am decidedly new to is Android Pie; the S7 Snapdragon had no shot at seeing Pie, and (naturally) will not see Q. I'm now actually running Pie - and will certainly see Q (barring flubs, I'll actually be running the current beta of Q some time today) - talk about going from behind-the-curve to bleeding-edge in 24 hours or less. It gets wackier - due to the nature of Project Treble, you can run a beta of Q while having Pie in reserve - it's bog-standard for Pixels. Finally, this is not the "shackled-to-Verizon-only Pixel" of yore - as long as your carrier supports nano-SIM or e-SIM (which every US carrier supports either or both), you can run a Pixel. It's "anybody's Pixel"; in fact, at this price, it's "everybody's Pixel".

[@michaelspurell9467]

Thanks I love my pixel 3a it's amazing

[@gadgetstop321]

I ordered a Pixel 3a today. I've been using a Galaxy Note 5 for 3 and a half years and it's been a great phone but recently it's gotten glitchy. I figure this is the best time to try a mid-range phone.

[@ChannelTwentyTwo]

Let me know how it goes as I've used a Note 5 for 3.5 years too!

[@Honkarakiri]

When my phone gets glitchy I tend to wipe it instead of buying a new one, but do whatever floats your boat...

[@shashwatdas6900]

I moved from Samsung edge 6 to 3a n I'm loving it..

[@frenchfries8745]

@@shashwatdas6900 how much improvements do you feel in the camera department? Do you miss anything from s6 like the screen ? Congrats ❤

[@Sharky165]

@@frenchfries8745 I switched from a Galaxy Note 5 to OG Pixel XL about 9 months ago, and overall am much happier. The Note 5's display is a little bigger and brighter, it charges faster, and occasionally I miss the S-pen, but other than those points, no complaints or regrets. Pixel is snappier in performance, simpler to use (far less Settings menus and sub-menus, lol), battery life is def consistently better, and the camera quality blows the Samsung away, IMO (I've been shooting 35mm on & off for nearly 40 years, so that's not the opinion of an impressionable photo newb). Oh and let's not forget timely OS updates...Pixel has Samsung beat by a country mile in that Dept also. And ofc Pixels are rootable, so there's potential for even greater longevity. TL;DR: I can almost guarantee you'll like any Pixel coming from a Samsung if you're open-minded. Pxl 3a/3aXL seem like terrific options that bring the Google goodness more affordably.

[@brazilsun]

I bought the pixel 3a XL two weeks ago and I LOVE it. I "upgraded" from a Galaxy 6s which I had 3 1/2 years. I had wanted to go "budget" this time as an "experiment" and I was all set on the Motorola G7 , when suddenly the budget Pixel 3a phones were released. I didn't even know that they were coming out, so the timing was perfect. I am glad I went with the XL model, but if your hands are small or you prefer a smaller phone, then the larger phone will not be for you. I LOVE it though. The camera takes amazing pics... the battery lasts a long time... the HD display is great.. speakers are good, the Android 9 operating system runs smoothly.. . heck, I even love the hard plastic build. NO REGRETS!! Best of all, I got the phone at Best Buy and since I was doing an upgrade with Sprint I got a $100 reduction in the price. Also Google was running a promotion and I was supposed to get a $100 gift card from Best Buy as well, but they ended up giving me a $100 credit instead. So the 3a XL ended up costing me only $279 plus tax! #FTW

[@robertramos645]

Getting my pixel 3a today, my 1st foray into the Google pixel family. I'm so excited for the true google experience

[@stevedaly6826]

Can't agree more! I'm really pleased with mine and having had to throw my mate p20 pro in the bin I was expecting to be disappointed with my unscheduled purchase. However after a few weeks of the pixel 3a I'm converted! Good job Google 👍

[@thriftraider]

Not sure what you mean by it's not modern looking. This phone seems to look like everybody else's phone.

[@Bobo-lf7gl]

No notch (thank god) and not suuper thin bezels

[@GREATSLUMBER]

Nahhh it looks so old. Look at new phones and you'll clearly see that it's not modern looking.

[@kuttankuttan543]

And it's dull looking and outdated too

[@GREATSLUMBER]

@@kuttankuttan543 have u seen the pixel 4 tho looks peng

[@GREATSLUMBER]

@@kuttankuttan543 and plus google's focusing more on the software, not it's looks.

[@levil4012]

Got the 3a xl and loving it, I’m on the newly released android q beta so far so good

[@brendan4408]

im thinking about updating to q on my 3a xl, is it worth it after a few days?

[@levil4012]

Brendan I think so bcuz for me it’s been fine, beta 4 is more refined than beta 3, seems faster also..

[@fs4538]

This is perfecr for me - a stay at home who doesnt really do anything techie or gaming on her phone. My kids love to watch YTKids, Netflix shows and I simply take a ton of pics for photobooks. I dont do wireless charging since I charge at night. I need a headphone jack for my kids' headphones. I simply need something simple but durable! For 400-500? Yes please!

[@jimharris1839]

I switched from an iphone. I love it. Apple should be worried. Price points kill a lot of things.

[@Adam_Newman]

I’m thinking of doing the same ! Is there a easy way to transfer my contacts/Music ? Thanks

[@jimharris1839]

@@Adam_Newman I did this. Wasn't much of a problem. I stream music now and don't put it on a phone, haven't for about a two years, so I guess the drag and drop thing works that way too. Not much help there though.

[@jimharris1839]

Also, I was new to Android but the talk about Google having the easiest most elegant interface for moving around? It's true. The iphone seems cludgy after I've been using this for a few weeks.

[@kimmurphy2119]

Love the 3a! Traded in my Refurb iPhone SE 64gb (with bad audio jack and light leak from flash to camera) that I paid $199 for, and got the quoted trade in credit to my card of $251, so this was a huge upgrade and a great deal for me. Also I can use my MacBook charger with fast charging. The $100 Google Store credit is due around the end of June to make it a $48 +tax deal.

[@jimharris1839]

@Onix Navarro They are too big to fail completely and I understand the latest greatest iPhone is still cheaper than a Porsche for people who have to have the best of something...but I drive a ten year old Jetta...

[@glennnees6356]

I've had the Pixel 3a XL for over a week now. It does everything I need it to. Great phone for the money.

[@brainactivity737]

I read your comment in the voice of quagmire 😂 😂 😂

[@paulp.6299]

For those of you asking for the wallpaper, it’s “chroma” by Italy based artist “vansdesign.” You can get it free on the “wally” wallpaper app on iOS and Android.

[@jevonsims900]

Thank You

[@patcola7335]

Nice review . Have my 3A for 4 weeks now and it is just a great phone. Works very well and finally a camera on Android that's as good as the Nokia Lumias I was used to. The night site mode is pretty incredible how it takes night pictures and makes them look like you took a picture during the day. Portrait mode has such fine detail . Excellent camera to say the least. Google got it right with this one.

[@kdenator]

How does the battery life hold up on it?

[@patcola7335]

@@kdenator I get a whole day on it watching videos and web surfing . This is a nice phone overall. Definitely the best deal in the US for a mid-range phone. This phone and the larger XL are the best you are going to get in this price range in the US.

[@ianfarrales5266]

Did yout try to play games here? More intensive ones like mobile legends?

[@f1playlist308]

I'm a Barbie girl in a Barbie world Life in plastic, it's fantastic

[@Videohead-eq5cy]

I'm a cheap Pixel, in a $1k world Life in plastic, it's cheaptastic

[@nishantpatil1247]

The whole composition of this video is beautiful

[@boothatron]

This phone has grown on me, to the point that I've started to recommend it to my friends over anything else. Nice review!

[@matthewdavisson]

Rockin' the 3a XL with Android Q and June security update. I love this phone! I left my OnePlus 6t for this. No regrets!

[@hasinayari1116]

Bruh how fast do you buy new phones

[@gcforreal]

Why would u leave a oneplus 6t for a 3a xl besides the camera? I'm curious

[@meritosagie4394]

gcforreal their are lot of features on pixel apart from camera and more features listed on the google i/o are coming to pixel too

[@gcforreal]

@@meritosagie4394 like what? Because the oneplus phones run oxygen os which is literally stock Android with some extra tricks and features here n there and they usually get updates right after the pixel.

[@meritosagie4394]

gcforreal I don't know what you just said but I disagree 👎 Everyone like what they like and not everything pixel has that oneplus have...you haven't used the phone and you don't know what it's like so no surprise for you to say what you don't know

[@jejunamja]

Pretty right on with the review. I've had the Pixel 3a now for more then a week. I actually like the polycarbonate back ,it makes for a lighter phone and it also means if I drop it the back won't crack like all these glass ones we have now... battery life has been very good ,screen is good, dual stereo audio is good ,having a headjack is nice to have back again and the camera is great.

[@shashwatdas6900]

Plastic n front glass hardly matters. In the end 98% people will add tempered glass n back cover for sure. I have 3a n my friend 3, n trust me my 3a feels better..

[@christopherbaldrey6283]

I used the LG Nexus 5 for almost 6 years, before it finally died. Rooted it and was using Lineage to keep it running. I loved that phone. Bought it direct from the Google Online store. I’ve used multiple devices for the last 8 months, waiting for the right phone to come out, and almost bought the iPhone XR, because I have a 2013 macbookAir, and both the iPadAir, and iPadAir 3. I hate iOS on the phone, but on the tablet, and macOS on the laptop, it was almost a no brained. But, I waited. I bought within the release week, from the Google Online Store (Canada), Clearly White, Pixel 3a for $549 plus taxes, with store credit of $150 to come in six weeks for accessories. I have 14 days still wait, but this is THE PHONE I was waiting for. This is the phone the Pixel 1 should have been. The Nexus line was about value. Pixel were not value, but rather excessively priced overkill that no one can afford without winning the lottery The 3a is a return to value for money, and user experience. This is what the masses want, an easy to use, affordable, and supported device. This is my new 6 year phone.

[@davidec666]

Standing ovation!

[@v_stands_for_value124]

Man, only 1080p? It's a 5.6"🤣 440ppi, it's more than every iphone apart the x/xs

[@victuringan1429]

darkmatter.99 1080p on android looks garbage that’s why

[@v_stands_for_value124]

@@victuringan1429 i'm sorry but u r very dumb af Explain why😂

[@conorallen100]

@@victuringan1429 dodger fakes?

[@adlyhafixx6831]

@@victuringan1429 wtf, I'm using galaxy a5 2017 with 1080p screen..and it looks super gorgeous for me

[@v_stands_for_value124]

@@victuringan1429 red 💩 tell us why

[@WinterSoldier0315]

I love mine, Google hit the "sweet spot" with this device for me. I am selling my S10+ and OnePlus 7 Pro and going with the 3A until the Pixel 4 hits. One of my favorite things about the 3A: the feel in the hand. It is light, compact, and the back feels premium even though it is poly-carbonate. Curved screens were too easy to do accidental touches, and the 7 Pro was MUCH heavier and felt like it could break with the slightest 2 foot drop. Also, I love how the software seamless integrates with the hardware. It just feels like a truly "smart" phone --especially when you use it to screen spam calls!!! Nice video!!

[@daksh5241]

Ur selling Ur S10 plus and op7pro for this BUDGET PHONE. gg

[@WinterSoldier0315]

@@daksh5241 yep. Didn't feel those were worth the extra $$. Camera is one of the most important things to me, so that makes the 3A XL much more of a winner in my book. Plus, first dibs on Android Q, even as a beta tester...

[@captainsparkle-fingers2744]

I hear u!! Gave my OP6T to my wife for the Pixel 3a and waiting for the Pixel 4XL to drop👍🏽. I see a lot of ppl still gush over glass and metal but this plastic build is solid, phones don't need to be overpriced!!!

[@Salty_Biscuitz88]

imlegitcusimthaish It’s obvious that he is not into those features that you have mentioned. The Google pixel line has the best camera in any smartphone and I would gladly pay the price for that along. You need to use it to know it. Specs on paper and features aren’t everything, the software and user experience plays a better part in the day to day interaction. Google got it right with the basic and essential with this phone. Latest up to date software, nice screen, best camera, very good battery life, headphone jack.

[@emmett-husmann]

About to replace my iPhone 5s after six years of use, and even with lower processing power, it seems like the pixel 3 is gonna be a massive upgrade, so thanks for the great video!

[@nipunsharma5351]

Absolutely brilliant review! And yes, an excellent phone.

[@b11480]

Top review 👍 personally I'm holding out for the pixel 4 XL but you can't argue that for the money this is a great buy.

[@desgard]

@imlegitcusimthaishSome of them don't have great speakers, good software, great camera, great OLED screen, great haptics and so on. Neither of them will get Android 12.

[@abigailonstott5665]

@imlegitcusimthaish what language did I just read

[@desgard]

@imlegitcusimthaish why in the world you give example from s10? That shit costs twice as much as 3a. Pixels ages very well that my 2016 Pixel runs very good while S7E struggles on nearly everything. Pixel 3a is normal people's complete package. Period.

[@ZachAnderson]

Barry Lawson Thanks!

[@meritosagie4394]

imlegitcusimthaish sooo pixel is all about camera 😕I can list 10 important things pixel does that Samsung don't have...what about too much update on the phone and what about those features listed on the google i/o and it gonna be on pixel too etc like the next generation on assistance and that new amazing google map that shows reality etc you can miss does features if you want but I don't want to miss it

[@ch4ts]

I love to see Pixel 3a reviews videos on my Pixel 3a. The phone is really great.

[@TonyBurchard]

Went from a Moto e4 plus to the Pixel 3a. No comparison. The Pixel feels like a very high-end experience! I have recommended it to lots of people! Thanks Google!

[@LordRixuel]

I'm a Pixel phone in a mobile world Life in plastic, it's fantastic You can swipe my screen, recharge me everywhere Communication, wifi is your passion

[@harbirsandhu693]

hahahahahahahah, I love this comment

[@shockerash2486]

I am black shark from jungle you can be my friend🤣

[@apollosbrownies]

This is such an exciting device! I'm getting ready to move on from my iPhone 8 Plus and right now, the 3a and 3a XL just seem like a wonderful move for me!

[@onofresoto3282]

I gotta admit at first I thought the 3a phones wouldnt be worth it but from what I'm seeing from most reviewers it is definitely worth a second look

[@ALTRON3]

Going to replace my iphone 7 with a 3a. Looks ACE😀

[@LegatoStudios]

Only thing you will lack is water resistance.

[@TTBOGGIN]

Just bought white pixel 3a and honesty it's all you need in a phone but the one thing that makes this phone is the camera it takes just stunning pictures and I mean stunning the detail and life like colours u get are unreal

[@kimmurphy2119]

Love the 3a! Traded in my Refurb iPhone SE 64gb (with bad audio jack and light leak from flash to camera), and got the quoted trade in credit to my card of $251, so this was a huge upgrade and a great deal for me. Also I can use my MacBook charger with fast charging. The $100 Google Store credit is due around the end of June to make it a $48 +tax deal.

[@TheHankoook]

Great all rounder I love bezels I get to hold the phone without accidental touches welcome back jack currently I am using a 4 GB ram 64 GB storage budget phone just what I needed for my day to day great work Google and great work Zach and Android police 💪👍👍👍

[@magdelineadler4284]

I still have the original pixel, and have been waiting to get a new phone that wouldn't break the bank.

[@johnmcallister7833]

Same

[@JohnEllisIII]

Plastic is actually an upgrade. Probably more durable than the plastic. If it had water resistance I'd probably consider it an "upgrade" from my 2XL. I will wait for the Pixel 4.

[@webdaddy]

@Monzur Murshed Or glass

[@theinsider1883]

Made a mistake buying an iPhone. (iPhone 7 & SE) Gonna go for pixel next.

[@BiniVEVO]

Respect gained

[@thetechlibrarian]

I definitely think a mid range android can compare with a regular sized iPhone.

[@kimmurphy2119]

Love the 3a! Traded in my Refurb iPhone SE 64gb (with bad audio jack and light leak from flash to camera), and got the quoted trade in credit to my card of $251, so this was a huge upgrade and a great deal for me. Also I can use my MacBook charger with fast charging. The $100 Google Store credit is due around the end of June to make it a $48 +tax deal.

[@sneekibreeki4952]

What are you talking about? The SE is a great phone but its size is what's bothering me

[@theinsider1883]

Sneeki Breeki 🤷🏼‍♂️ SE is a great phone but I’ll disagree with you on that! The size is what makes that phone great.

[@kevinngoun7380]

The camera alone is what made this phone must have doing some everyday easy usage of social media is what made me pick this up 2 weeks ago.

[@kevinngoun7380]

@@AllanNightingale I have not tested the video feature yet but from most review I've seen it's not the best compared to an iPhone or a Samsung Galaxy. It's decent at best.

[@tonyginnetti5828]

Nice review but one major selling point on the 3a which you neglected to mention here (and one that offsets the lack of wireless charging) is that it does have fast charging! That is a very important feature in any midrange or non-flagship phone which does not support wireless charging! My wife just 'upgraded' to the Pixel 3a and loves it! She doesn't care about the many 'features' so many expensive phones include which very few consumers utiluze.....her needs are a great camera, good display, good battery life, headphone jack, and enough RAM and storage capabilities, all which the Pixel 3a has! I would highly recommend the 3a or 3a xl for anyone who wants an extremely good phone for under $500.00!

[@metallicaX93]

I was using a S9+ and picked up the 3a, and I've made it my daily driver now! Now there are a few things I miss like the following, Dolby Atmos, 1440p, wireless charging, and Iris scanner. That said I'm perfectly fine with the comprise for the price and honestly I'll doubt I would ever buy a Samsung phone at launch since they drop in price within a few months. The camera,battery life,and performance all manage to do what I need, and the phone still feels snappy and does what I want. Hopefully Google keeps this line alive with upgrades in the future for $500-600 as they have a major winner here, or lowers prices on the flagship Pixels

[@siaripop7]

I think I've been sold on the 3A. It's good, and it's cheap! Thanks for the excellent presentation!

[@xMel21x]

Those pictures looks stunning. Love the video. GJ

[@gadgetstop321]

I'm watching this video on my new Pixel 3a and the dual speakers sound so much better than the single down firing speaker on my Galaxy Note 5. My first impressions of this phone are very positive. It doesn't feel like I'm making any sacrifices.

[@soulmeetslove]

I own one and love it. Do not raise the price or mess with the formula here, google, and I will continue buying an excellent phone like this for years to come.

[@rahulpanchal6672]

Was waiting for your review on the Pixel 3a it's simply beautiful, keep it up. Love from India 🇮🇳

[@ZachAnderson]

Rahul Panchal Thank you, Rahul!

[@rahulpanchal6672]

@Jatz If you have any relative or a friend residing in the US you can ask them to get this for you at $399 or else you have to shell out $600 for the Indian unit. 😉

[@dhilsiva]

The Indian pricing comes to $578.

[@roshanzameer1332]

@@rahulpanchal6672 bro does US pixel 3a works in India? I heard it won't as the bandwidth wil change..? Pls reply..

[@rahulpanchal6672]

@@roshanzameer1332 I ain't sure about the bandwidth but one of my friend recently arrived from New York and he is using the unlocked version of Pixel 3a XL and he didn't have any issue with the network reception or anything as such hence seems like not an issue with the US Pixel 3a! 😉

[@ferni0]

The barbies said it first: life in plastic, is fantastic

[@ZachAnderson]

AusDaes - Overwatch lol

[@Esteban-rv7ze]

I believe it was Barbie Girl by Aqua that said it back in good old 1997

[@soundpaulo]

Been on my 3a XL for a few weeks now and agree with the review, it's a fantastic phone for the price. What a difference having the best point & click camera makes at any price, no more disappointment & embarrassment when taking shots in any condition. Want to emphasize a couple of points. The battery life is the best I've had in a phone since Xperia Z3, it WILL last over a day (even 2 with moderate use). It just sips power, regularly getting 8 hours SoT. And the headphone jack is a must for me, can go both wired & wireless with no issues (like remembering adaptors or to charge a headphone). If Google keep making these series of phones, my flagship days are done. Can spend the extra cash elsewhere.

[@gman3638]

Thanks for the info. I'm debating on getting just the 3a or the XL. Is the XL "too big?" For example, to fit in my pocket or to hold in my hand. I would not want something as big as the Galaxy Note

[@soundpaulo]

@@gman3638 The XL is nearly the size of a Note 10, even though the Note squeezes in a bigger screen. Alright for my big hands but if you're concerned about 'too big' the smaller 3a might be better for you.

[@gman3638]

@@soundpaulo ok thanks. Going to pick up the 3a then

[@Bettmocherhons]

And you have to think that it has a better antutu Score than the Pixel 1

[@squallxvi]

I am happy with my purchase. Just upgraded from a Galaxy S6 to a 3a XL. The battery life is AMAZING compared to the S6. I worked a 7 hour shift (5pm-12am) and my battery only lost about 7% life (originally 90% to 82%) and that was with Always On display active, Android Well-Being on, and brightness set to 100%. Right now, it's about 59% at 5:21 Central without a charge. I'm almost overwhelmed by it because I'm so used to charging phones every 4-6 hours. It being made from plastic is not even noticeable with a case on (This phone really needs a case. It's not rated for water and dust resistance). Slap a Spigen Tough Armor case on, and you can't tell it's a plastic phone. I'll feel a lot better with dropping a $475 phone than a $750-$1100 phone when it happens.

[@allanssupposedlysecretacco817]

wow thx I currently have a lg sp200 and my parents say that I can get a mid range phone, you really helped me make my decision on what to get!

[@zulchemical]

I wish it was this cheap in SEA. Here the price goes from high to low. XR > 3a > s10e

[@FLYINGLIFERCREVIEWS]

I'm sold. I'm tired of 1k phones, Ridiculous. I'm all about value and this phone hits it out of the park !

[@Crazykyle890]

Great review! This should be in Googles mentions.

[@madgoatking]

I switched from the XS Max to the 3a XL because I got tied of paying a ton per month to lease and I couldn't be happier. As someone who has had the latest and greatest in smartphones for years, the 3a does exactly what I want it to do and saves me money

[@Android_jimmy]

I switched from an S10e to the 3a and Couldn't be happier. Google finally gets it.

[@hasinayari1116]

How fast do you change phones

[@Android_jimmy]

@@hasinayari1116 Maybe every 6 months or so. I still have the S10e though

[@Orlaiscity]

I was just thinking of buying an s10e or this phone, what made you prefer this phone over the galaxy s10e?

[@Android_jimmy]

@@Orlaiscity The main reason is the camera but it's also smoother and more buttery and I prefer stock android over One UI. The S10e is still a great phone but Pixel 3a just gives me that Nexus feeling that I miss about my Nexus 4 but comes with a killer camera. Honestly I don't think you can go wrong with either phone, it just depends what your preference is. Since using the 3a, I haven't missed anything from the s10e yet.

[@Android_jimmy]

@@alphabetamusic7 You do realise that Google invented Android and the Android Q Beta brings back on screen Navigation buttons. As far as expandable storage there aren't too many phones out there now that still have it. Sure they could have made the standard version 128GB but with unlimited storage photos at high quality 64gb will do me just fine

[@Adam_Newman]

Watching on my 3a ! Really enjoying this phone

[@jeanbiroute]

i got it because i wanted a good phone that's only 5 inches. i don't want those tablet looking phones. i'm so happy with my purchase

[@jeanbiroute]

@imlegitcusimthaish lol you're really stupid

[@dank4815]

imlegitcusimthaish Not even slightly true. Pixel 3 is still over $600 sim free. This is $399

[@antonioalvarez9343]

Had my LG-M153 Android for a good 4+ years so far, ran into little bugs here and there squashing them with little workarounds while just ignoring them altogether. Eventually it caught up to me due to the extended use as well as weather conditions. Let's just say I really needed to stop leaving my phone in the car with this heat because now it"s really done some damage, overheating, battery life decreases by the minutes, can't even send a text without the entire phone trying to keep up with my fingers usually takes 4-5 seconds to process everything I've typed out. I'm not all for buying a new phone every year, don't really think I need all the latest and greatest models, just straight down to the bare bone essentials and it'll serve me well. I'm sure I'll be getting my hands on this 3a within the next payday or so. Definitely will be looking forward to it. Great video btw!

[@stevenson68478]

I got a Google Pixel 3A and I am loving it. It is a great phone at this price range.

[@christophejergales7852]

Love my xl. But coming from a Moto X4, I'm not totally sold. The 3aXL is impressive, but for $100 the X4 leaves me a bit jaded in regards to my recent purchase.

[@TopsinOF]

What exactly do you mean? I plan on getting a 3a coming from an X4 as well.

[@christophejergales7852]

@@TopsinOF my X4 started acting funny. That was why I replaced it. But I really meant my message for new buyers. I can't imagine someone picking the xl over the X4 pricewwise. It makes no sense. If we are on a budget, a better camera isn't worth a 300% jump in price. That is the only thing that the X4 lacks. X4 is the best phone for $100. An absurdly good deal. And it's still getting quick updates. The xl is the better phone, but for someone who is on a budget, I don't think a bigger screen and the industry's best camera might not be worth it. I don't mean to cause concern. The xl is awesome. I wouldn't give it up. Honest! It's just that the little X4 is such a great phone for the price and I need to defend it's honor. It was such a good phone! EDIT: I must add, I got the X4 when it was new to the scene. I paid $400 for it. At that price, the xl absolutely destroys the X4 at that price.

[@TopsinOF]

@@christophejergales7852 ahh I see. I agree, the X4 is an amazing phone, especially for the price! Thanks for the response! I'm still looking forward to my new pixel

[@christophejergales7852]

@@TopsinOF no problem friend, so sorry for throwing you off a little.

[@dotimiokiy5070]

Please share the wall on the pixel 3xl I love it when Zach is on Android police

[@adaezenjoku7527]

Am I the only one who got the Barbi girl reference in the title

[@fatxpandax]

Most will get the reference

[@エズカイレズ]

Agree with the conclusion. Not for me, but for my dad, he will be impressed that you can get such good camera at this price.

[@rosshuolihan]

Traded in my iPhone xs for this and couldn't be happier it runs great and is over half the cost

[@davidmartrano1549]

Just for the heck of it I went to the Google Store on Cyber Monday, I had a desire for the pixal expierence. I thought the 4's were overpriced. I got the 3a XL for 4oo.oo with tax. What did I think? Well, with portrait photos they were better than my S10+, this definitely impressed me. That camera, pure Android, the 670processer even did better than I expected. No lags or stutters, actually very smooth. This was my first pixal endeavor, needless to say it surprised the heck of me. I would recommend this phone to anyone. Especially at the 4oo.oo dollar price!

[@Kenopy]

Ok, the 3a doesn't feel cheap. It feels similar, however not the same as the regular 3. The 3 feels distinctly glass and the 3a feels distinctly plastic. But not cheap.

[@davidmartrano1549]

I got the 3a XL on sale for 4oo.oo bucks tax included. That camera best in class, better than most flagships. The OLED display, 🔋, stereo speakers even a headphone jack. The 670processer works admirably, no lags or stutters. I highly recommend these two phones to anyone. Yes, there definitely that good. Very good review!

[@GeoMatRay]

1:00 wireless charging can work through plastic, as well as it does with glass. Doesn't work with metal backs. In case anyone is confused.

[@HeyNickJ]

But this device I'd not compatible with wirless charging

[@GeoMatRay]

@@HeyNickJ Sure, but that is not because of the plastic back. The way it was stated in the video could confuse someone.

[@HeyNickJ]

Nisorgoi Sworgo oh I gotcha

[@fateh7635]

You gotta share the wall now -_-

[@jasonferrell5520]

Didn't miss glass, wireless, or the ram. I traded my s9 for my Pixel 3a. Works just as fast, my wife admits the camera is better (still has her s9) and I think it looks really nice (I'm actually a fan of the plastic back). Samsung is feature heavy and I found I never used hardly any of it. I'm talking about the edge screen, slow mo, wireless charging, and the best thing about the Pixel over it; NO TMobile or Samsung apps taking up space! Perfect size, most people have a case, and this is perfect for daily use without spending another 500 plus for stuff that you don't need or use.

[@TheKlyn10]

The most curious thing about this phone, or rather the reviews of this phone, is that none of the reviews have been able to convincingly show why it's being so hyped. While most mid-range or similarly priced phones get bashed or belittled for not being able to compete with higher-end phones at all, this phone is given a pass. Most phones(especially) Chinese ones get praised in some instances, but they never get the sort of recommendation as the Pixel 3A does. Why's that? What is so special? Is it really the camera and software? Has the camera become so important in a smartphone users life that they would need the absolute best to be satisfied while other specs don't matter that much?

[@kerravon7530]

Number one thing budget phones get bashed on is the camera. This phone well and truly fixes that. 95% of users don't know or care about CPU, RAM & benchmarks as long as the phone runs well enough. Which this does

[@webdaddy]

If you want raw speed get a OnePlus. If you instead don't care about raw speed but want among the very best cameras, you can't beat this camera even on many flagship phones. And then add immediate security updates and OS updates for 3 years. Also FP reader on back is less finicky than Samsung's. And of course a headphone jack and clean unbloated Android OS.

[@sloth7d526]

He said "only 1080p" lol like that's not good, my iPhone 5s is 720p and the screen is only 4 inches 😂

[@luiscastaneda7659]

Even the iPhone XS Max is "only 1080p" and no one complain about it.

[@johant6952]

Wow. That should have been put aside a long time ago.

[@sloth7d526]

Johan Channel I know right but I have a job now so I finally have money to buy a better phone 😂

[@eamonob84]

@@luiscastaneda7659 no, the Xs Max is more than 1080p, but all the Plus iPhones have been 1080p.

[@ariahazelwood3842]

Breakfast same 😂😂 it’s time for an upgrade

[@lkm1743]

is it worth switching from Samsung galaxy s8 to this? My s8 is broken but I can't tell if it would be more worth replacing the screen or buying this phone

[@MrMortenEmil]

I love the design of the 3a

[@namanshah55]

Great video zach 👍 where did u find the wallpaper

[@killtheink]

Watching this with my 4 week old 3a. I've gone from XR, to Pocophone F1, to Note 9 and now to 3a and I've not looked back since. No lag, great camera, does what it says it'll do and what I ask it to do, battery life is insane. Goodbye Apple and Samsung lmao

[@johnosullivan6439]

I have the Pixel 3a XL and it's a great phone, for all the reasons mentioned in this review. One of its best points, among many, are its stereo speakers, which are absolutely superb both for volume and audio quality on phone calls or for watching videos. Great review by the way guys! :)

[@youngjedi9199]

Is it that much of an upgrade over the Iphone SE? Considering buying it. Do passwords and apps sync over easily from IOS?

[@quchi7232]

As long as you don’t play heavy games, Pixel 3a and 3a XL is such a solid choice since in where I live, they prioritize camera.

[@mnguyea]

I think what is a no deal for me the is paltry 64 gb of storage. I understand about cutting cost of everything else but that amount of storage with no sd card is just not enough for a modern smart phone unless you don't download anything. Apps are getting larger. It gets annoying fast when you have to start micro-manage un-installing apps, photos, music etc over time in a life of a real user in years not weeks unlike a reviewers who just used the the phone for 2 weeks and then moves on to another phone.

[@TheJustinboodram]

Some folks still don't get it. This device isn't for the tech savvy, it's for the average user (camera, software, battery) for an affordable price.

[@kerravon7530]

@imlegitcusimthaish Not one 'average' person I know, family, friends, work uses wireless charging. Very niche here in the UK. But most love to take a photo, which makes this phone's camera a steal at this price.

[@xxxxyyyxxxx584]

reviewers need to stop harping on the dragontrail as if it's some crazy omission. Jerry's video proved it's just as quality

[@ZachAnderson]

XXXXYYYXXXX Still gotta mention it. Didn’t say it was bad, just not as durable as GG4 is all.

[@attnMoFo]

No screen protector on my 3a XL for a month now. In and out of my pocket non stop, dropped a couple time. Not a scratch.

[@xxxxyyyxxxx584]

@@ZachAnderson has it been proven to be less durable? It seems like gg has the branding to command a high price but not much to substantiate any tangible differences. But I could be talking out of my ass, I really don't know. It just seems Jerry's video proved it's just as good

[@LewisM1984]

Did anyone manage to find out where the wallpaper is from?

[@dahmooser]

Thank you so much for this. I have an Iphone6 which I bought new, and I am to the point where I loathe Apple's stupid insistence on their "updates". Most of the people in my industry are likely to turn away from Apple with their next purchase of ANY hardware. My new "MacBook Pro" is anything but that for a creative professional, and it's USB-C ports are flakey, slow and limiting. Now with Apple's drop of Itunes, something so many folks relied on, what is really the point in having an Apple product? I'm not sure, other than their wonderful physical designs.

[@hito157]

An idea. Pixel 4 released with 4a and 4a xl next year. Since HTC (RIP) was great with audio, have them sup up the 3.5mm with a proper DAC and bundle the Usonic buds they were actually good. And custom the squeeze features on the phones. It was a useful “third button” concept, or just add a third button.

[@AdnanMohammed-lt8qq]

I own a iPhone 6 right now, I have always owned IOS devices for 5 years. After some research, I’ve realised how badly Apple have been conning their customers. Therefore, I thought it was time for an upgrade. So, do I switch from iPhone 6 to the Samsung s9 plus, one plus 7 pro, or the pixel 3a? I do like a bezel less display, minimalistic design, and good speakers, and good cameras.

[@streetdrift7178]

3:13 Wow I didn't know the Pixel 3A has the same camera as the 3A.....That's impressive.

[@Moon420]

xd

[@seanomik6176]

Is it worth coming from a Samsung Galaxy S7 to the Pixel 3a?

[@ozlion152]

What's plastic got to do with wireless charging? My old nexus5 is fully plastic and has wireless charging..

[@milanroets9697]

I have been switching phones every couple months. I bought the Pixel 3a for $150 the day it came out and It is great I am going to own this phone for awhile

[@gvillanueva5317]

How did you get it for $150?

[@milanroets9697]

Google gave a $250 credit for trading in an iPhone. I knew someone who dropped a SE in a toilet and it worked but would not make calls. All it had to do was be in good condition without a cracked screen and was factory reset. People were buying refurbished iPhones from Walmart and trading them in. I am just waiting for my $100 Google store credit to be sent now

[@dylanrice8341]

I think me and your dad have a lot in common

[@arfyness]

Glass or Plastic doesn't enter into it!!! Plenty of plastic devices have wireless charging, going back like ten years! _The price point_ of this phone is why there is no wireless charging. (And yes, also why there is no glass.)

[@alannn7108]

Pixel 3a: its plastic, awesome! Pocophone f1: plastic? unacceptable.

[@Kuri0]

Poco is plastic though and the design of it looks terrible IMO. Though there is the Redmi Note 7 with glass back, 4000mah, 48MP dual camera and Snapdragon 675

[@omkarkulkarni9020]

I wanted this phone so bad. But in India it starts at over $575. You can get a Oneplus 7 at $475. But the pixel camera is just unbeatable but in India the price just killed the Pixels.