Google Pixel 6a | Unboxing & Three Day Review

[@TechSpurt]

Well hello there! Thanks for watching, I've been using the Pixel 6a for a few more days now and can confirm it does get quite toasty at times, but the battery life is still dependable - full in-depth review coming shortly! In the meantime my Pixel 6a camera review just went live, and my Pixel 6a vs 6 vs 6 Pro comparison is hitting shortly after, if you can't get enough Pixel in your life ;)

[@thewheeliain]

My pixel 6 in Florida turns off functions or completely shuts down after just a few minutes of being outside. I guess tensor is just old and inefficient!

[@BisselleWixxelle]

Do the smartphone also burning like hell like the pixel 6 due to that 💩tensor chip

[@ipodgooroo]

Is 60hz a deal breaker?

[@thetechrealist]

@@thewheeliain Yeah, you're gonna need a gaming phone to deal with temperatures upwards of 100 degrees outside. Or just a bigger phone in general. Sucks for you 😅

[@thewheeliain]

@@thetechrealist my pixel 6 overheats 85°F in the shade with a 2min video recording. I need any other phone basically. But yes the ASUS's heat sink add-on would be perfect for me haha.

[@NOLATechy]

As I've discovered with my Pixel 6 Pro, the original Tensor SOC has a bit of a cheeky 5G modem to it. I believe this 5G modem is the root of all battery drain, WiFi signal, dropped calls, and overheating issues. I turned my 5G modem off on my Pixel 6 Pro and my battery life almost doubled, I have no issues connecting to WiFi, have not any any call signal issues and my P6Pro stays nice and cool. It gets "slightly" warm when playing intense games, but nothing "too hot to hold." Turn that 5G modem off and enjoy a much better Pixel 6A experience.

[@legitman5693]

Yeah it is shitty sumsung modem and Google fell for it..

[@lehoff]

I did the same with my 6Pro. I have dual sims one for work and esim for personal phone. I'm on my phone a lot for both work and personal use. It easily lasts the day as a result. I don't feel I miss out on 5g even when working in London.

[@tcirit]

I have thermal problem with my P6P that I had turned this 5G modem off. Could you share other advice for the P6P of you have, thanks.

[@NOLATechy]

@@tcirit Unfortunately, that's the only recommendation that I have. Since turning the 5G modem off on my Pixel 6 Pro. I have not had any thermal issues whatsoever. If you're still having thermal issues after turning 5G modem off on your Pixel 6 Pro, I would suggest contacting Google tech support to see if maybe they could give you a new device.

[@lehoff]

5g is largely pointless in the UK anyway the benefit isn't really worth the reduced battery life.

[@CityzenBrandoTech]

I just want to say out of all the tech youtubers, I really enjoy all your reviews.

[@TheDodgefan9]

I made the mistake of watching MKBHD's review first because it was the first one I say. If you depended on that video to give information about the phone you would think there is no real reason to buy it other than for its camera. I follow these things, so I can tell when the reviewer is biased. It's a shame that a "normal person" might find his video and not know any better. I'm a Sony Xperia 5 III user, and I'm very happy with it. I just enjoy watching your videos. You, Juan Bagnell, and Josh Vergara are my favorite phone reviewers. You offer great looks at the use cases these devices are suitable for. Lisa from Mobile Tech Review, AMD Tech, and Just Josh are the go to people for laptops.

[@bigbrawler7078]

love how you are the only tech channel who embraces anime and doesn't hide it or look down on it. mad respect sir!

[@realcartoongirl]

i hide bcecause society pressure

[@bigbrawler7078]

@@realcartoongirl born to "nya >:3" forced to "🤓"

[@selfissimo]

My pixel 5 is still perfect after watching this.. really disappointed by google that they stopped making compact phones since the pixel 6. Hope it will come back in pixel 7 later this year. In my opinion,the odd number series are much worth of buying that the even number series..

[@berhoom2024]

Just bought a refurbished 5 for about the same price as this new 6a. After comparing the two on GSMarena and watching this, not disappointed at all.

[@nikhilkoganti]

Don't hold your breath tho. "Keep your expectations low and you'll never be disappointed" - Wise Kratos

[@swampy1234]

The Pixel 7 is rumoured to be 6.2". Google are infuriating.

[@mrwoodcat]

I like the look of pixel 5 bcs it has symmetrical all around bezels

[@BeeAVillain]

thank god im not the only person that prefers the smaller phones

[@Bc232klm]

I really hope they chose another manufacturer for the screen than the regular Pixel 6. I had to return that one due to the rainbow banding effect. It was wild, all colors banding at anything barely off center. It was worth the $60 restock fee just to not have to use that thing the next couple years. I would have been happier with an LCD panel, especially if it's not going to be at least 90hz.

[@uphoriak]

Thanks for the review!! Clicked the big PRE-ORDER button this morning and now awaiting with baited breath until the end of next week.

[@uphoriak]

Oh and what do I spot on your shelf, only the bloody Calvin and Hobbes box set!! Much envy, it's only been on my Christmas and birthday list since it first came out and have my loved ones taken the many many hints? Nope.

[@NaturalHalfling]

I love that the camera doesn't stick out as much as the Pixel 6, I want a phone with a camera not a lens with a phone. And what's wrong with 60hz? It's good enough, consumes less power. I'm coming from a 3a which still works fine apart from the storage and updates running out, so all the "bad" things about the 6a is no worse than that. Minus the lack of a headphone jack, that'll be a boo hiss from me too.

[@relinquishv]

You should use a phone with 120hz screen for at least a year to see what's wrong with that. You come from a 3a and I get your point. Also the charging speed is sloooow. To me is unacceptable to go 2 to 5 years with this phone because right now every others companies give you better hardware. The software is still on the pixel side but others are approaching fast. I can't see myself using a 60hz phone in 2025 for example.

[@NaturalHalfling]

@@relinquishv @Relinquish V ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ is the smoother screen really that big a deal? Fair if you think so!, though doesn't feel as important to me. I went from a 60hz to 144hz on my pc and I don't notice a difference, unless I get out the old UFO test website. Assuming it's most liked by those who game a lot? I don't do much of that on mine. No doubt I'd find it buttery smooth but honestly I'd rather the lesser for a longer lasting charge. I like to think it makes the slow charging not so bad if I don't have to do it as much 😂. Suppose I'm lucky I hang on to phones for years, if I were coming from a later pixel then the downsides would be a harder pill to swallow I'm sure hahaha.

[@relinquishv]

@@NaturalHalfling that's a good point about hanging with phones for years. I change my phone every 2 years and to me it's important to get the newest tech available. Coming back to the screen, I'm using a phone with 144hz screen and the difference between this and a 60hz is sky to earth. From my perspective, is useless to get a great chipset in a phone and not feeling the fluidity/smoothness of the screen. It feels good browsing stuff and it definitely feels good playing games at 120hz. It's 2022 and even a budget phone has a 120hz screen and those phones with a worse chipset just...feels better at the half of the pixel 6a price. The pixels have the camera which is so great but its not the hardware part, it's the software. I mean, they use a way to old sensor and this should make room for a better screen and a better screen at this price. They overprice the software in my opinion. 5 years of updates won't matter for someone like me and to go until 2027 with a 60hz screen and the low charging speed while there are phones way cheaper with better hardware, it's unacceptable. But hey, there are people like you who don't value this stuff so much and they want a phone which make great photos and just... work for years. In the end, I think pixel 6 is the best value in the pixel 6 lineup.

[@NightElveee]

@@NaturalHalfling this guy talks a load of bullshit 60hz to 140hz and you didn't notice a difference?! You are just taking us to be clowns

[@smithvids7324]

I'm still using my Google pixel 4. A nice size for me. Why can't they bring back small phones. I prefer the small size phones. I also still use a blackberry priv.

[@kolbe6436]

Hello. I switched from the 4 to the 6a and trust me, the size of the 6a is just as pleasant. Plus the battery life is amazing compared to the 4's

[@maroof1]

​@@kolbe6436How long to charge?

[@ljft4790]

I was hoping the 6a was smaller. Am I the only person who'd love a smaller screen - something more like a 5 inch would be perfect. Phones are just too big!

[@merryme206]

No I agree, I want a smaller phone, easier to fit in pockets etc.

[@peters5692]

Agree! I still have a Pixel 4a, the size is perfect. I think I'll stick to the 4a for some time.

[@dannygruby271]

I bought the Pixel 6 and just returned it for the 6a. The 6 was a brick. I just hope it doesn't get as hot under normal use as the 6

[@ArthurShrstha]

6a is 6.1 inch so it's a perfect size for me Not too big nor small

[@MarkoVuckovic32]

I don't know, I am not that impressed to be honest. Just 18W charging, no high refresh rate screen but on the other hand the CPU is not that bad, the camera seems decent and clean android is always a good thing in my book. It's a shame really since it would've been a great midranger if only it had better fast charging and high refresh rate screen.

[@sulaman4280]

And a 256gb option

[@will3910]

We already have the pixel 6 for those features like the faster charger and the higher refresh rate. Making the 6a have those features will make the 6 or the 7 look bad, because i think those are the only differentiating features for the base flagship and the A series. The cameras are better in the flagship for sure, particularly the hardware. Google should've just given the 6 more hardware advantages, but that would raise the price. We just can't have it all...

[@sulaman4280]

@@will3910 s22 has it all but has sh!t battery life and a crappy 19/5.9 aspect ratio like the I phone 13 pro wish it at least 4200 mah battery and 20/9

[@will3910]

Kinda like the s22 cuz its small

[@sulaman4280]

@@will3910 na the the 6.2 from s21 with 4000 mah battery aswell as the 20/9 ratio made it the most sold

[@MorkcallingOrsan]

Thanks

[@JonaTechVillage]

Would love a video putting this head to head against Nothing phone (1) same price, but different features

[@N3xusSolo]

I second that! Pretty please with sugar on top?

[@amitjangra6454]

It is just Tensor chip and exclusive Pixel features thats better in Pixel 6A. For everything else Pixel 6A is a Mehhhh when compared to Nothing Phone 1, being it 120hz screen, 33w charging, wireless charging, built quality (Pixel 6A back is scratch prone), spec options( 128gb, 256gb) and Heat management. Install gCam in Nothing Phone 1 and it becomes way better than Pixel 6A.

[@m.r.659]

As always great presentation. Still rocking pixel 4a (4g) which is perfect for my needs and biggest bonus is the size. Greetings from York.

[@CakeFine]

Think i'll stick with my Honor V20. None of the new phones this year have blown it out the water for the £200-400 price point. Which goes to show my now 4 year old phone was a pretty good purchase. Even the battery life lasts over a day and recharges in 45mins.

[@honeypower]

Pleased with my Honor 50 I paid £100 less than this for

[@memorialfrog3657]

If you're going to go for a Pixel, get the normal 6, it's not too much more expensive and it has a vastly better screen and of course better camera's. I own the standard 6 and love it despite the horrible fingerprint sensor. It's a really great phone. For future proofing it's the smart choice.

[@Afraz_9n3]

I've got the normal 6 I got it for 490 pounds and it's been great. I also don't have any fingerprint scanner issues it works great. Slower than a s21 but fast enough

[@jesus5258]

Only go for the 6 if it's $50 more max because right now it's $150 more

[@FaerieDust]

I don't understand why manufacturers don't prioritize battery life more tbh. I just want an updated alternative of my old Redmi 3 Pro, probably my favourite phone ever despite the basic tech - small and light with decent specs and brilliant battery life. I got well over 10 hours SOT on that one, 18 hours on my (big and heavy) Mi Max 3. I'll take a downgrade in battery life for a smaller and lighter phone if I must, but anything less than double digits just doesn't cut it.

[@potato.cabbage98]

Respect for that Ruka wallpaper bruv 😏🙌

[@fahmisharif3153]

I always admire with your wallpaper choices

[@John-wu2mn]

Who is it…?

[@sirakayakomzin3926]

I really question the longevity of this phone. Considering it heats up while browsing.

[@breakcoregirlxd]

Seems like a good phone to replace my Pixel 3a with 👌🏼

[@tokuzumi1]

I'm in the same boat as you. I'm looking for a replacement for my 3a. I'm thinking this is the one. The wife's Pixel 6 is just too large for my tastes. 6a is the same footprint as the 3a.

[@falcao2.2]

​@@tokuzumi1 Same here. I don't know if it is worth staying in Pixel (with pixel 6a) or go with the Samsung A53 or Nothing Phone 1.

[@slamdunk987]

@@falcao2.2 I'd highly recommend the A52s over the A53 as its basically the same phone except the CPU is wayyy better. For some reason Samsung put a crappy CPU in the A53..

[@tokuzumi1]

@@falcao2.2 I'm not interested in anything other than the Pixel, as the Nothing Phone is too large, and Samsung abandons their phones shortly after release

[@RadioMaverick24]

In the 3a boat as well but boy do I love the finger print sensor on the back rather than inscreen

[@muhammaduzair2000]

These wallpapers on your phones are just 🤌🤌🤌perfecto

[@mattsanchez4893]

Thank you, thank you, thank you Chris…Based on your review I cancelled my order for this phone, I’ll stick with my 4a 5G which is a great phone and does not have any of the Pixels 6 issues

[@fleuger99]

Great review and 6a information. Here in the states, google store is offering $300 trade on a good condition working Pixel 4a while the price of the new 6a is $449. That means I could upgrade to a 6a for only $149. I've only had my 4a for about 15 months now and it suits my needs perfectly.

[@soo5985]

great video. nice first look. can't wait to see long term reviews for this.

[@TechSpurt]

Cheers Soo! Hoping to get a proper in-depth review up in a couple of weeks, after lots more testing :)

[@ainvondegraff5233]

Man watching your video since 80k subs can't beleive you are finally here.....keep going :)

[@jerryobionko]

I love your reviews

[@TechSpurt]

Thanks Jerry!

[@georgecostanza5749]

It seems stunning from this distance 🙂 I still have relatively new phone Sony Xperia 1ii and need to wait for at least another year.

[@TechSpurt]

Ah nice, the Mark 2 is still a cracker, definitely no need to upgrade - especially with a headphone jack on there!

[@vishram9595]

@@TechSpurt wallpaper link pls!!!

[@arifmunshi6833]

if they had microsd slot i would have had a pixel by now. Sony has been the only consistent company to provide the features that I've needed

[@fantasytky28]

Team sony

[@ngoodwin101]

Getting this in green sage on Monday💚 cant wait 😂 many thanks indeed for the review 😊

[@nickfleming4027]

Still got my pixel 4a5g & have to say until this dies of death I won't be changing my blower as it's a solid little blower! Maybe nearer the time I might have a ganders at this one but as always decent review keep up the great work

[@marjosobrecaray5694]

I love that you always test with genshin ♥️

[@ruthduncan3103]

Bought one for mom she had a LG30 for three yrs maybe longer... Hope she'll like it

[@sultanabran1]

Probably prefer this over my pixel 6. Wish it had the headphone jack.

[@willl.3353]

Two things this world needs more of: 1. Cowbell 2. Random car references

[@nimishmirchandani2433]

Love your reviews...where do you get ur wallpapers ??

[@1jamesmarsh]

Processor, night sight and striking design, all for £300, and then add in £99 extra for them olive Series -A and that be a bloomin' good Google. Thanks! ❤️🙏

[@syedumer8795]

Love your anime wallpapers in every video:)

[@denisradovanovic8778]

Man, I like your videos big time but where do you get your wallpapers :D I love them.

[@JasonByty]

where do you get those wallpaper

[@calumsmith9109]

Bought the pixel 6 last week for £450. Such a bargain buy

[@alrightdave6135]

I saw that. Should have pulled the pin

[@thaiproud2b12]

How are you finding the 6? Bought it too and finding it way too big/heavy coming from a 3A as thinking of returning it!

[@jameng1315]

@@thaiproud2b12 not too late to return and trade that 3a for $300 credit and free pixel earbuds a series with purchase of a 6a

[@Mohaz114]

The 4a was hyped the same way but now am having touch response issues without any update to address it. I would never buy a pixel ever again.

[@billiamnotbob]

"Sticky-outy". Classic! It looks pretty decent!

[@TechSpurt]

It's pretty good!

[@renyraiche-gregoire4921]

One things nobody talk in review. It's a good phone with a big lack for dual sim phone. If you have a personnal and bussiness lines, go with an other brand, Google didn't have dual ringtone option. For me it's the reason why I will keep Samsung or Xiaomi.

[@michaelball93]

Interesting that this struggles to play some demanding games with its flagship chip while my Galaxy A52S (with its midrange chip) seems to handle them fine and doesn't have any of the overheating issues.

[@siddestroyer]

That A52s has a Snapdragon 778 chipset.. A serious chipset in its own right with graphics performance inline or overtaking that of the excellent Snapdragon 855

[@ottallman]

Most likely get better with updates

[@ottallman]

Also it's pre release software.

[@Readyplayerf1]

Good reviews as always

[@ContinentalKrish]

Hi, really appreciate the detailed review of 6a. I have ordered it last week for my father. BTW may I please ask which mic you are using while shooting the video, the audio output was just impressive. Thanks!

[@ashe.gaming]

I have pre-ordered the Sage Pixel 6a to replace my Oppo Reno2. Compared to many, I don't care about refresh rates and wireless charging (which is a wasteful way to charge), I want something reliable with a good battery. The one must I did want with a phone is a more compact size. I am fed up with juggling 6.5 inch + behemoths.

[@073nauni]

You made the right decision

[@raizo6895]

But this phone looks 6.7 to me. I am also considering 1 but it just doesn't look compact or like an s22, iPhone 13 6.1 inch screens.

[@jamie74gemini87]

Unusual pricing strategy, the proper pixel 6 is only 50 quid more at the moment.

[@StefTechSurfer]

4:21, and location?

[@2smooth828]

Was looking forward to this review. Another great video 🙂👍🏻

[@TechSpurt]

Cheers!

[@Bowerhill]

I used to get 4G everywhere around my home address with my OnePlus Nord. Now, with my 6a it's H+ even though I am using the same SIM.

[@rddubbwright6283]

When is pixel going to improve the speakers refresh rate and a 5000 mah battery for there mid range

[@honeypower]

What is with the bezels? Kind of ridiculous for the price

[@oudor5825]

well detailed! btw, where do you find your anime wallpaper from?

[@Brownie-956]

My Pixel 4a is class but this is tempting I must admit

[@gamingbruh6528]

bro got a ruka background, *based.*

[@paulbarnfather2535]

Started getting adverts for the OnePlus 10t yesterday. Thinking of upgrading from my OnePlus 10 Pro and putting it on the new ID phone service. That would make me and ID10T 🤪

[@kazyshahriarhasan]

damn...he has awesome wallpaper collection

[@handlebars87]

What wallpaper app are you using?

[@Joseph-ub5wh]

Hey chap, would you say it's worth the upgrade from the 5a?

[@stuartback2594]

Just ordered my Pixel 6A. Arrives tomorrow!! Be so nice to get rid of my MIUI Xiaomi and get pure android! 🎉

[@nakshipolly5666]

According to you, which mobile video is best for low budget blogging And is there performance?

[@flyingdutchman1922]

I'm glad you didn't go for the boring black colour as you usually do.

[@aaronaustrie]

Great review!

[@santiblackburn2332]

Great review 👍

[@TechSpurt]

Thanks Santi!

[@Schnitzell7]

Love your wallpapers

[@Fridja]

Looking tanned King Spurt! 😎

[@009kkbh6]

I got a $300 trade in value with pixel 4a and they also gave a free Pixel bud ($99). Effectively making the price 50usd for unlocked Pixel 6a one. For 50 usd, I will buy this phone any day-all day.

[@christiankeil7845]

Keep the 4a

[@oscars.1564]

What sort of configuration is best for Genshin Impact in your experience?

[@everybodylovesaids]

I'm still using my 2 xl I love it, but it's showing its age. Battery life and lack of security updates are all a concern. I always like Google's software and bare bones android. But at this stage I don't know what to do. The tensor chip is the biggest mistake Google has ever made.

[@rddubbwright6283]

The 6a will give you a definitely needed boost

[@everybodylovesaids]

@@rddubbwright6283 not if it's going to be overheating and dropping signal

[@Manuel-rl6um]

Amazing fair review!

[@iainlivingstone319]

Great unboxing and initial review 👍 after changing my mind about the Nothing phone, I'm pre ordering this now 🤓 (free ear buds with pre orders!) So glad you got the chalk one, looks nice 👌 look forward to camera pics and full review! 😎

[@medoomedoo1634]

Are you love compact phones like me ?

[@hiep_exe]

Sadly, wrong decision. Imo the nothing phone is so much more practical. The pixel 6 series also have many bugs, like thermal or fingerprint problems

[@iwantthatone6522]

As a true follower please advise if you would get this as an upgrade from OnePlus 8 t ? Cheers

[@garethevans2499]

Pre ordered and got the buds you raved about free

[@joyjeetpaul2218]

How many years of Android Updates will it receive ?

[@marcosd999]

Was offered a very good price for a 6a in EE today, is it any better than my long standing blower, the P30 Pro?

[@notmedude]

I don't know. Maybe Samsung A53 or FE or the new ZenFone might be a better buy for most. I hate to upgrade from Pixel 2 only go get the same sensor after 4 generations. Insane.

[@IMX383]

The A53 is not worth It

[@notmedude]

@@IMX383 alright, but the FE might be a contender. Especially with the 120hz display and CPU that doesn't heat up as much.

[@IMX383]

@@notmedude 60hz is fine but the heating up is mainly 5G hogging up resources but the A53 Is not worth it because it is slow from the start and the snapdragon chip is getting like 2 years of updates

[@wall-e7179]

Haptics Christopher. Haptics. Are they yay or nay?

[@doctorsora]

Shockingly no mention of whether its slippery like Pixel 6 Pro or not? Even MKBHD didnt mention it

[@JohnDoe_x0]

I am looking forward to seeing your in depth review, but right now it doesn't feel like an upgrade from pixel 5a. P.S. 3 years later, I am still satisfied with my pixel 3a

[@danielduvall4154]

The pixel 3 was my favorite phone and favorite pixel

[@faisala.shakil767]

Wallpaper source???

[@yupanquid5538]

great unboxing as per usual. Hope you're doing a review on the Pixel Buds Pro as well! Cheers

[@a.n.6374]

Is this one also not working with 5g outside the select few countries Google decided it's worth selling it directly?

[@kcisthe1st]

Coconut water and watermelon are great sources of electrolytes I heard it's gonna be hot over the pond stay blessed brother 🙏🏿

[@robertheron7017]

That's what I'm getting tomorrow can't wait plus I've got ear buds so no headphone jack dosent bother me

[@paulghosts]

this phone looks good does it have a dual camera on it and does battery over heat i seen some reports on that

[@anirudha96pradhan]

"Sticky Outy" , resident Sam Collins fan

[@ChromeDomeUK]

If upgrading from a Pixel 2, what would be better this the 6a or the Samsung a52s? Both same sort of price

[@elishadessurne9488]

Hey there! For UK purchase: better to go through Google? Amazon? Or pick it up from Currys? Thanks!

[@MiceDnP]

I'm still rockin Iphone 5se.. and after 5 years of use seems that it is close to dying so pixel 6a seems like a decent replacement.. the only thing that scares me is the 6.1inch size.. but anything else under 6 inch display without a huge price tag still available?

[@AG-mk8vg]

How would you compare it to pixel 4xl? Is it worth upgrading or should I wait for pixel 7?

[@ov3rkill]

Wait for pixel 7/7 pro.

[@999adam999]

Does this phone suffer from getting too hot/ overheating like the 6 pro ?? .. im looking to down grade from a new p6p

[@subedinav]

The way of testing battery is LTE video call.

[@jeremynich6149]

Would you recommend Pixel 6a over Sony Xperia 10 iv? just standard use and need to good battery @Tech Spurt

[@johnny257]

Does the screen feel hollow like in the pixel 6 pro?

[@BaoJunny]

The Pixel 6 was recently on sale for £450. Given that discount which would you rather have?

[@thetechrealist]

This phone will go on sale soon too. The dimensions and weight actually matter for regular users.

[@eduard6450]

The Pixel 6 obviously

[@RK-um9tu]

Dude, your phone's wallpaper is very distrubing...

[@yodesuyo]

Sd870 is better and cheaper than that hot tensor