PIXEL 5a REVIEW and Unboxing!

[@DroidlifeDL]

So the phone is apparently metal with a coating on it, like the Pixel 5. I called it plastic. Sorry for that error.

[@detector19]

Do your homework .

[@andreas7923]

@@detector19 dont be meanie its human error a litle mistake

[@justusnwaefido8934]

Does it have uniform bezels?

[@NizarNoor]

@@justusnwaefido8934 no it doesn't. The bottom bezel is thicker than the top

[@chitvansood2171]

It has a metal unibody (aluminium) with coating for fingerprint resistance

[@DroidlifeDL]

Correct, that's my bad there.

[@fooey88]

The rear fingerprint reader is 900 times better than in-display readers. Change my mind. I am really going to miss that in newer Pixel phones.

[@mr.phoenix8691]

I personally like the back fingerprint more.

[@DroidlifeDL]

It's so fast on this phone too

[@vineurohd]

I literally wouldn't buy it only because of this fingerprint reader.. I need a in-display fingerprint reader... I hate it at the back.. Maybe only because i didn't "really" used it often.. (only at friends phone)

[@iamjoehill]

Same. I share your sadness at it's removal

[@mr.phoenix8691]

Its all just a personal preference

[@MKashaff]

I was expecting that they're going to add 90 hz refresh rate and new colors as well, Metallic design and bigger battery is still welcomed and appreciated though.

[@DroidlifeDL]

I'm still baffled at not going 90Hz. Seems like it would have been an easy switch without adding cost

[@Skydweller442]

@@DroidlifeDL regular Pixel 6 has 90hz thats why. They should have given the 5a 90Hz and the 6 and 6 Pro 120Hz. But yeah its Google. Always have to mess something up. Lol

[@iamjoehill]

I wonder if it's 90hz capable just have to figure out how to force it

[@anthonyt425]

@@iamjoehill That's what the rumors said but no one has confirmed from what I can tell.

[@MKashaff]

@@DroidlifeDL Yup! It's true, considering the fact that it's a common thing in this price range nowadays.

[@a_ellingson55]

Thanks for the review! I'm really tempted to replace my old 3a XL with this. It's been an awesome phone but it's definitely starting to slow down.

[@DroidlifeDL]

Would probably be a solid upgrade. Really nice phone and a good price

[@jdneilso]

If you still haven't pulled the trigger, it's $50 off for Black Friday.

[@a_ellingson55]

@@jdneilso Thanks! I actually picked one up about 2 months ago! Love it!

[@duckey6806]

I purchased mine yesterday can't wait for it to arrive

[@PinkuRockett]

Pixel 5 is such a good size, I am very dissapointed this 5a and the pixel 6 phones are all bigger.

[@ayushbhauwala]

Can you share a link to the wallpaper on your Pixel 5?

[@RealBearJam]

Thank you for the Review, Btw to fix the Eufy security battery drain, you need to restrict app usage in the background in the battery settings, Hope that helps. Thanks again.

[@limseihaokiphaokiplimsei4043]

Imagine 5a specs with 90 hertz display in a compact size like the 4a ... ❤️❤️...its gonna be love😍😍

[@jomlegaspina]

so excited for the google pixel 6

[@anthonyparker1869]

Another difference between the 4a And 5a is the metal or aluminum body. 4a was all plastic

[@SureshBabu-lg5fn]

Is pixel 5a reliable for a longer run?

[@sowande1562]

Wireless charging has become a must have for me. Not understanding why they would go for metal with plastic feel coating and forego wireless charging, instead of just going with some sort of recycled polycarbonate with wireless charging, and calling it a day?

[@lexx2422]

What's a better phone the pixel 5 or 5a?

[@lifepath2229]

I had to return my pixel 4a because it came cracked. I really loved it so now I'm probably gonna get the 5a.

[@Magnetar83]

Is the screen LG or Samsung?

[@RichardRatner.1972]

Kellen! Yes, big love as ALWAYS, Kindest regards Richard U.K

[@DroidlifeDL]

RICHARDDDDD!

[@RichardRatner.1972]

@@DroidlifeDL Lol, always great to see a Droid Life upload.

[@DJ_S-3-R-G]

Coming from the Pixel 5 and the 5a being 60hz... I honestly can't really notice the difference between the 90hz and 60hz, unless I'm really focusing on it.

[@darc_harmoni4828]

I went from an iPhone XS Max and didn't miss a beat. This phone is capable and solid. Wish it came in 256 though. Less than $200 on eBay? Security patches? Umm...

[@ant8924]

I really want to buy this phone but no wireless charging kinda ruins it for me.

[@Abraxias1]

did the Pixel 5a get warm or hot while playing Pokémon Go?

[@DroidlifeDL]

Little warm, but it was also 90 degrees here in Portland

[@Abraxias1]

@@DroidlifeDL i play PoGo and some phones usually get warm or overheat during Community Days…

[@serialtoon]

"Good to see everyone" But....you cant see us....

[@hussains7630]

Any news on if it will launch in India or not?

[@mr.phoenix8691]

It will only launch to the states and Japan.

[@vvorthabilly]

First REVIEW I've seen Go Kelen👍🏾. Looking forward to this if Pixel 6 is a bust after all.

[@tech2684]

I am thinking about switching my Moto e6 for this.

[@boakyebb]

Just noting that people do want this phone 📱 so launching everywhere else is something I would like to see

[@TratzPatratz]

Can you set up the Samsung Galaxy watch 4 on this and show your viewers what you lose on the watch by not using a samsung phone? Also: for some reason your Twitter URL doesn't work

[@peterford9369]

Do you have a 3 or 3xl hanging around? I'm a huge front facing stereo speakers, nut,,,and I love the pixels, BUT! Am disappointed they went to bottom firing speaker after the 3. What's your take? Anyway, gonna probably hang on to the 3 xl until H freeze's over, or until the 5a goes down to about 300. Yes I'm poor. Thanks for the look see. Later,,

[@jrodsep]

Never been here so early

[@markmcneal6667]

@Droid life was their any lag or issues while player Pokemon go for that length of time?

[@TheEmrickman]

Really wanted some camera upgrades to legitimize an upgrade from my Pixel 3 that works fine, just has a poor battery. This feels like the last Intel iMac, good, but...

[@chrissmith2963]

Why didn't you just use Eufy app on your 5? Should've left it off the 5a while testing it out. Otherwise a solid review. btw, I also appreciate 5a having a metal unibody. like the 5 but without the cutout. Also, it's supposed to be dark green 😉

[@hussains7630]

Is the camera of pixel 5a better than Nord 2?

[@brijeshdabhi773]

Yes!

[@DroidlifeDL]

Have not tested the Nord 2, but kind of doubt it.

[@amc78]

@@DroidlifeDL doubt it? Nord better? No way

[@andyH_England]

The Nord2 camera is much better spec-wise, as the Pixel has a 4-year-old sensor. The photos are great on the Nord2 main camera and very close to the Pixel and if you know what you are doing and edit them the Nord2 wins.

[@andyH_England]

Also check out Speedtest G, the Nord2 performance matched the S21Ultra! It also has faster refresh and much after charging. In the UK it is also cheaper by £50 and you get an £80 free gift. The Nord2 is much the better choice!

[@crazyfun5150]

People always complain about the 90 hertz display, but having 60 hertz makes the battery life better. While having 90 of 120 hertz are nice to have, I’d rather have better battery life especially on Pixel devices where I’ve had issues with battery and brightness. I wound up getting the 5a 5g on Black Friday for $399. I’m definitely hoping this is better with battery life and brightness.

[@TopQ428]

Basically it's almost the same as the 4A 5G I'll just keep my old phone until the 6 comes out

[@ringtonemarket2816]

Is it me but does it look green

[@scifirattle]

3:48 Come on give me the link of this wallpaper

[@mr.phoenix8691]

Its on a top ten best wallpapers video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5ObY4uYZqhrpdU

[@scifirattle]

@@mr.phoenix8691 I thought you sent me the link of the video, but it just something else

[@mr.phoenix8691]

@Saif Ratul Personally I would screen shot the picture and then make it your wallpaper that way, just so you don't have to download anything and possibly get some form of malware, though it looks like a legit site.

[@scifirattle]

@@mr.phoenix8691 Do it then if you can

[@mr.phoenix8691]

@Saif Ratul Go to this video and look in the bottom ish part of the description. The link should start with bit : kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5-UnIqZds6feKs

[@Goonsquad2012]

I thought this phone already came out ? I'm so confused about pixel phones

[@amc78]

Pixel 5 came out last October. Pixel 4a5g came out in August 2020. This is the 5a.

[@mcdonsco]

Kellen, sounds like from what I've read 90hz can be enabled in dev settings. Maybe you mention that? (I haven't finished watching)

[@timenim2284]

Marques Brownlee said it's only 60hz, I was hoping for 90 :(

[@mr.phoenix8691]

@Timenim yeah, but you gotta sacrifice come thing for the cheap price... Doesn't bother me, I use 60hz anyway, much more battery life.

[@timenim2284]

@@mr.phoenix8691 I'm not sure I could go back to 60 :( I may give it a whirl!

[@timenim2284]

@@mr.phoenix8691 I have the 4xl but I'm wondering if the 5a will have a better camera?

[@mr.phoenix8691]

@Timenim the 4xl has 90hz?

[@bryantjopplin]

Wait don't say 5G MM (UW) isn't anywhere. I have it here and usually get 1500-1800 Mbps using 12 pro max. Just LTE for my coral of course.

[@himanshumishra8485]

If someone can please ask them to launch this in india as well

[@mitchellgoldstein1573]

a 3 year updated heated camera phone

[@OddOneOut665]

The Screen Size is 6.4" FHD, but yeah, it's not a huge bump, but it is noticable. And there is a 90hz, but it's Forced.

[@arccosinusopinion2323]

It's evel smaller, than you'd think since the AR has been changed - up from 19.5:9 to 20:9 so the width is even smaller than in the 4a 5G. The only benefit is the cell

[@timenim2284]

It's only 60hz

[@mr.phoenix8691]

@Timenim yh

[@DroidlifeDL]

It's 6.34" and 60Hz

[@olegb5061]

It's not 90hz I think, although leaks said it was?

[@平和-v1z]

I hope they added expandable storage this time...

[@mr.phoenix8691]

Don't think so

[@phrozenstare]

No love for the pixel 4a non 5G?

[@olegb5061]

Very good phone for price, people forgot about it?

[@aidara.]

Does anyone know what pwm does it have?

[@enoch26]

Eufy is HQ-ed in China, FYI

[@miccakoster3838]

I don't know why google even released when pixel 6 is around the corner

[@rddubbwright6283]

What about speakers

[@olegb5061]

Same as last I yhink

[@eak1571]

If this one come with snapdragon 800 series... I will definitely buy..

[@anthonyt425]

Well it's a midranger so.

[@rodrigo3187]

Do you think that the 765 will age good? Or let's say in 2 3 years the phone is gonna get laggy? That's my main concern. I don't really care about the 60hz display

[@NIIKO899]

Google? Bring the Pixel 5a to Germany / Europe! We need this, not the crap 4a with a smaller Battery without IPx... I would like to buy the 5a. I deliberately did not buy the 4a because it is a bit small, the battery is smaller, it is not waterproof and it is only made of plastic. I would buy the Pixel 5a immediately if it comes to Germany.

[@andyH_England]

Google have only made a few of these due to chip shortages so do not expect supply until next year if then? They are selling to their two main markets and am not sure how many they sell in Germany and whether they as bothered with Germany, or the UK?

[@joeshufflesjc]

The 5a is made of metal like the 5.

[@tjr1071]

Im getting a google pixel 3a

[@JeReMyIsMeNoTyOu]

I kinda feel like this reviewer was biased towards the Pixel 5, this review felt like he was forcing himself to "nicely" put down the "peasant version" of his phone. Just sayin...

[@ziich1]

If I could turn in my 4a5g and pay 50 dollars for this one I would do so in a heartbeat

[@shanez1215]

Same, that battery

[@BrianBonner]

I ordered a Pixel 4 a on 8/16 and freaking Google announces the 5a the next day. Cost me a $35 restock charge to return the other and get the 5a. Received the 5a in a smushed box and the 5g service doesn't even work. I get 0.6 Mbps. Opened support tickets with T-Mobile and Google - no luck. Phone is nice (heavy) but connectivity is important. Numerous calls to both parties and they couldn't get LTE or 5G working. Maybe I got a lemon. Not happy with the Pixel 5a right now at all. Great on paper, but not in real life.

[@ziich1]

@@BrianBonner that sucks.

[@BrianBonner]

@@ziich1 agreed. Feels like a defective phone. T-Mobile said it should work, but thinks the phone I got is a lemon.

[@ziich1]

@@BrianBonner I got mine in the other day. No connectivity issues on my end and strong LTE and 5g performance on Verizon and TMobile in my area. Once again it sucks to hear about your experience but I really think you might have a lemon. Hopefully they replace for you

[@chancesareshewears]

It's an absolute bargain!

[@22stunt45]

One thing i can't get over, 60hz, wth.

[@mr.phoenix8691]

Gotta remove something for such a cheap price.

[@rodrigo3187]

@@mr.phoenix8691 dont tell this guy the iphone's refresh rate...

[@mr.phoenix8691]

@Rodrigo Ladrón de Guevara watching on an ipad as we speak 😉

[@DroidlifeDL]

Same, not sure why they didn't try to upgrade to 90Hz. Everyone else is in cheap phones.

[@olegb5061]

@@DroidlifeDL Instead of focusing on a different color and button, they could have focused on getting a 90hz panel, still gonna run smooth with Googles os tho i gues

[@thisisabhishekgoswami]

All we need was a processor update in pixel 5 but this 😡

[@anthonyt425]

Snapdragon 778 would've been ideal.

[@MrGreen980]

I think it’s metal body

[@DroidlifeDL]

It is! I missed that on the specs sheet. Clearly the coating tricked me heh.

[@andyH_England]

It will sell a few to hardcore Google fans, but the reality is that average consumers can get better for less. Keep your expectations low and this will be okay and with the chip shortages, it is unlikely such a small buyer like Google could get any more modern better chips? I have the Pixel 4a 5G and it is fine, don't believe the promo reviews, it is nothing special and the camera is no longer a defining feature as others have caught up. For a basic user, it chugs along nicely, but do not expect great frame rates on games, or photos to render instantly, or any intensive workload to be fast? The bigger battery is okay but I get two days on the 4a 5G so an extra 20% for a casual user will give little benefit as mine can easily get through a very busy day with legs to spare! Although an underwhelming update, it is better in a few regards to the Pixel 4a 5G so if you are not worried about having a dated camera and SoC and no higher refresh then this is okay, but remember there are far better choices out there!

[@killertigergaming6762]

Its pretty good for graphene os users as well and the battery is awesome

[@kelvinzoe]

Wooooow🥺

[@addyadwell]

I find this video very boring because it lacks plot. I think the guy doesn't script his content so ends up turning round and round but at the end doesn't mean anything. Great audio great picture quality but content is meh

[@平和-v1z]

5.8 inches was much better than 6.4... 😓

[@jetscreamer1]

Totally pointless phone when the 6 is just around the corner. Just a slightly bigger Pixel 5 and nothing else.

[@TheEmrickman]

But at least half the price.

[@matthewmcelrath3818]

Not everyone has the money to buy egregiously expensive flagships, and to be honest, quite a few people who could afford them (like myself) don’t really want to spend that sort of money when I could just buy something like this that offers everything I want, plus some other things as well. Mark my words, the Pixel 6 is going to be a flop, but the “a” series platform is tried and true, and they’re going with a formula that works. Oh, and you still get the charging brick, and the ability to use wired headphones in a dedicated port while also charging your phone without buying a stupid dongle for it, whereas flagship phones don’t even include a charger anymore, much less a headphone jack. Specs on this are improved from the 5, such as the bigger display, and the much bigger battery, not to mention again, the headphone jack. Flagships have turned into a scam as companies take away features and essential products that are needed alongside the phone, all the while pretending it’s to save you the consumer money, and to protect the environment.

[@buk6199]

Why Japan? 99% of people there only buy an IPhone.lol

[@andrehovsepian4573]

It's so unfortunate as a reviewer not to get your info right ( the phone isn't plastic)

[@brijeshdabhi773]

60hz in 2021😥😥😡😫

[@ChrisEckmanumadbro]

449 is way too much 5g should be standard at this point the 4a was 349...

[@Haxerous]

The 4a 5G was 500, w/o metal body & IP rating, plus smaller battery. The IP rating tends to push prices up quite a bit. Probably why there's no 90Hz either.

[@killertigergaming6762]

I wouldn't say to make 5g standard its pretty useless for most circumstances i would have rather had them just keep improving 4g

[@harshmalviya7]

Drop it in INDIA

[@mr.phoenix8691]

Can't because of the chip shortage.

[@Lvlaple4Ever]

More interested in that Galaxy Watch 4 than this lol...

[@ratnamani8228]

Pixel 6 looks Ugly. So they should Launch Pixel 5a 5G as an Alternative for that. 😏☝

[@zlibz4582]

dissappopinted really with this pixel

[@mr.phoenix8691]

How?? I'm not *dissappopinted*

[@killertigergaming6762]

Pfp checks out

[@chancesareshewears]

Pixel 6 will cost a thousand dollars and do nothing more.

[@charlesayache6801]

Stop buying harmful objects and read the IPCC report!

[@matthewmcelrath3818]

By your own logic aren’t you using a “harmful object” to watch KZbin?

[@Darknessevolves]

Boringgggggg

[@mr.phoenix8691]

How? Not challenging you just wondering why.