Pixel 8a vs. Pixel 8 | Don't choose WRONG!

[@worthless_opinion]

I hate when reviewers act like the $200 difference isn't a lot. For a lot of people $200 is food for the month.

[@brrotherbear]

Regardless, a 40% increase is a huge gap

[@tobinkern5389]

If you are worried about the $200 then getting a new phone is not something you should be doing... so its a fair point in the video

[@worthless_opinion]

@@tobinkern5389 Yes, because only rich people deserve to have smartphones. Ridiculous.

[@Shadowan]

Food for thought

[@pablo17349]

​@@tobinkern5389I'd argue that having a phone is pretty much a need nowadays

[@skrufff]

I really like the matte finish on the 8a. I hope they keep that going forward. Glossy is such a tired look, especially after touching it for 5 seconds and it's covered in fingerprints.

[@hang1893]

Do you not have your phone in a phone case?

[@ravenblack3474]

"a" is not for "affordable" anymore

[@beardedmonkey1320]

Pixel 6a launched $449, pixel 7a launched at $499, pixel 8a is launching with a price of $499, while everything has gone up in price the a series is still only $50 more than it was two years ago, it's certainly affordable, it it was $599 or $649 then sure it wouldn't be affordable but at that price you'd be a fool not to just get a pixel 8.

[@ronitdebnath]

@@beardedmonkey1320 Even more so the fact that 2/3 months later, it will be under 400$.

[@TAD_19]

Yes. And 10 motnth or a year later the price will be only 350$​@@ronitdebnath

[@MainInternetUser]

​@@beardedmonkey1320did you see the launching price of the 4a and 3a ?

[@RicardoReview]

I got it for 214€ and they're giving 150€ on top of any trade inn

[@Loukoumakias]

1:15 yo what happened to the KZbin app lol

[@igorpetrovic6994]

super fluid user experience

[@thepriestofvaranasi]

Bros getting that super fluid user experience thanks to that highly efficient Tensor chip 💀

[@samyak1409]

That happens on my pixel 6a as well, good to know it's not a bug on my specific model 🤦‍♂️

[@mikewheeler9011]

Happened on my 8 today 😂

[@coffeevie]

​@@igorpetrovic6994 Its very fluid going to the recent apps to force close youtube

[@jchemin27]

I preordered the 256gb 8a. It seemed like a great deal.

[@RileyELFuk]

I considered the 8 over the 8a, as there was only a £70 price difference from Google, but when it came to trading in my Pixel 6, that difference went up to £170. So, for the 7 years of updates, the 8a at £230 seemed like the most economical choice, as well as the upgrades from the Pixel 6 (whose OS updates come to an end, this year).

[@AnitaSpankyBB]

The 8a current price doesn't make sense when Google and Amazon was selling the P8 for £570 - the 8a need to come down by at least £100 to make it a tempting purchase

[@Popopopo797]

You can get £150 + trade in value of your old phone if you purchase the 8a through Amazon.

[@kyzma4444]

​@@Popopopo797 that's not an argument

[@Absarock1]

or release the a model along the flagships so their prices fall together

[@knoopi74]

You get 273€ for a Pixel 6 for example. Makes it more cheap though. Could be a buy for me

[@Popopopo797]

@@kyzma4444 I can get the pixel 8a for £280 vs £569 for the 8? Sound very reasonable to me

[@JeskidoYT]

The 8a just needs to be on sale permanently

[@Tommy-qe6fh]

Yeah this isn't worth 500$

[@ragingdusty9571]

It's a Pixel just wait a month and it will be on sale for $400

[@Green_Globe_z]

​@@ragingdusty9571 well even then it's not affordable.

[@ragingdusty9571]

@@Green_Globe_z if you can’t afford $400 just wait for it to go on the used market where you can get it for between $100 and $200

[@Green_Globe_z]

@@ragingdusty9571 I mean, there are similar devices available in the market for half of it's price. I just have to choose correctly and slap the custom ROM to get all the pixel features. I find these overpriced and I'm not sold to pay only for software features if provided. Samsung s23 with a similar budget looks more promising.

[@eldeadpoolfan]

I'm really liking that Obsidian color especially being more matte. I love my fold but this looks like a good back up phone for sure

[@MRvasek2]

If you want the 8a, just wait when is about 350-400 eur. or buy the 8 for about 500 eur if the advantages like faster charging, thinner bezels, colors, ip are important for you… for 100-150 bucks I would not say that is so big difference.

[@TheBNCoutinho]

📷 also better on 8 8a is the same as my adorable pixel 7a

[@vaultboy1419]

@@TheBNCoutinho I wouldn't say better. Last year the 7a beat all other phones in a blind camera test.

[@Andrew-it7fb]

​@@vaultboy1419yep, including the 8

[@Peterstarzynskitech]

That youtube app definitely acted weird there.

[@adityajoglekar7873]

yea it's a stupid bug i face it on my phone too sometimes

[@tonimendes]

Bought a 8a 256GB version for ~250$ at Vodafone 😅 I think that was a gooooood deal

[@Pixlewatchtoo]

Sounds like one

[@Altafacha69]

How?

[@tonimendes]

@@Altafacha69 pre-order deal with some Loyalty points (ofc, this deal is not available anymore)

[@Beejum]

I like the colors on these phones. Android needs more bright solid colors instead of the shiny pearlescents glass they do now.

[@rodrigosigoli]

The 8a format reminds me of the great 4a5G, one of the best Pixels to date

[@partaczpatacz6658]

also reminds me of 4a too

[@Si_Dav]

I have just purchased the 8A, maybe a wrong decision but here is my logic. Best deal I could find the 8 from a reputable company in the UK (BNIB) was £428.40 - actually cheaper than the 8A RRP and a great deal - so why go for the 8A? Well…a £10 eBay purchase of an old phone to trade could net me £210 from Google in a trade in deal - so the phone 8A was then £299.99 saving me £128 on the best 8 deal…. this made it a harder choice as I liked the fact I could pick it up for under £300. Factoring in the fact I get a 10% store credit from Google I get a nice £50 in that pot for a future purchase. All in all saving £128, get this for sub £300 (SIM free and with no contacts) and with a £50 store credit, that was enough for me personally to shoot for the A.

[@ToniG35]

Good review. I love my Google pixel 8A I don't care what anybody says it's an amazing phone, the bezels don't bother me people complain about the littlest things it's a phone it's not supposed to save your life! 😅 So I wish they'd shut up LOL

[@bonespiel]

I love the blue and green Pixel 8a's

[@MrFooChops]

I sometimes found it hard to understand which phone you were talking about right throughout the video. Please keep this in mind next time when talking about two very similar phones

[@Brandon-xp1ob]

I would get the 8 regular only because it's slowly smaller and lighter. I like pixels but i really like compact phone

[@IhleDog]

Note - they are comparing retail 8a price to discounted pixel 8 price - but pixel 8a is also actively discounted. Real world difference in pricing is 100-150 USD which would favor Pixel 8A.

[@adrianis]

where is 8a discounted right now, when it didn't even started to sell? ))

[@smsmuadmoulana]

​@@adrianis might wanna wait 2 or 3 months for the 8a's price to drop.

[@Popopopo797]

@@adrianis In the UK, you can get £150 + trade-in value of your old phone if you purchase the 8a through Amazon

[@Stillalongwayfromhome]

You've got it reversed on the 1 gram weight difference. Also, the promos on the 8 have stopped since the 8a was announced, so not sure what your referring to about the 8 price being less than the 8a?

[@jeffhemming5689]

Recieved my preordered 8a on Saturday, yup ahead of schedule! $680 CDN minus $140 Google credit minus $160 trade in on my 7a, so net cost to me is $380 CDN. Much cheaper than current $900+ for an 8.

[@nunodias757]

Just bought 8a 128gb for 359 eur in Portugal. I believe that is a good deal.

[@heliopijpe]

Link? 🙂Obrigado

[@jaysoncordrey4272]

I just picked up the pixel 8a and I actually like better than the 8. I don't care for glass back. My Pixel 3 had that it wasn't good, when a car crashed into my while cycling. So no more glass backs on cell phones for me. For my uses, and I do daily on the phone, 8a is a perfect match with a reasonable price point that doesn't kill my pocket book, considering the 7 years of updates Overall, I am deeply impressed with this phone compared to my previous Pixel 5. This is my fourth pixel phone. My first one was the pixel xl, pixel 3 and then pixel 5 and now the 8a. The pixel 3 after my bike crash still worked with a few glitches here and there. The front screen didn't crack but the case was bent and the top edge was opened up and the glass back shattered. Due to my experience with the pixel 3 I am always indebted the pixel strength and build quality overall!!!! Go Pixel!

[@scottsum1319]

In my neck of the woods, P8 is $15 more so no brainer for me. Just ordered it & expect it here by tomorrow. Thanks for elaborating the differences

[@syimang]

Surely buy it if start at 399..if not P8 is a better choice.

[@bumblebeebat-te5xv]

Nice video. For me the higher trade-in bonus on my old phone offered when buying the Pixel 8a was the clincher. I've traded in my Samsung A52 and will get £210 off the price of the 8a, and I only paid £279 for that phone two years ago. That's far more than I'd get from selling the old phone on eBay and brings the price of the 8a down to £289, which to my mind makes it a good deal.

[@Jooles99]

The Pixel 9 is due in a few months, there photos and specs leaked already for those willing to wait for upgrade or price reductions.

[@jwinston7636]

I'm getting the 8pro

[@justjordan8018]

Google: We notice a lot of people like to save like 300 $ and get our "a" cheaper model. Screw that, from now of our "a" cheaper model will be almost the same and cost almost the same but be slightly not worth it compared to what you should really buy. Consumer: So Choice is pointless? Should I always click on the 1st link in a search cause they paid more? OK google!

[@newfnshow031]

i just want a pixel with great battery life and fast charging

[@ikillfh844]

considering i picked up the pixel 8 brand new in box for 300 bucks im pretty happy. the 8a cant compete

[@anshudipkarn]

Google launched the a series to be 'affordable'. But the premium devices are cheaper than them. Google should revise their launch strategy. In fact, Google should revise most of their strategies really. Lately Google's services and software and apps have become worse.

[@xAlienWarfareGamingx]

Was going to keep using my old OnePlus 6t until the Pixel 9 releases but just this morning the entire screen of my 6t decided to completely detach itself from the frame of the phone (guess the sealant holding it on had enough after five and a half years of use). Placed an order for the Pixel 8a a few hours ago cause I need a new phone asap, hopefully I don't regret my decision.

[@blueredteamz]

I hope you read this comment, please recheck your 6T and place it in a safe spot. There is a chance this happened because of battery bulging and could possibly be a fire hazard!

[@xAlienWarfareGamingx]

@@blueredteamz Hey just saw this comment and checked it! It doesnt seem to be bulging at all, i did drop the phone a few months ago which damaged the frame some so im guessing that part of the reason it finally decided to fall off. Ill make sure I keep an eye on it though just in case. Thanks for looking out man!

[@TheRythimMan]

I normally get the "budget" phones but last time I upgraded I got pixel 7 thinking I would like the "premium" glass back. Turns out I like how it looks but it feels too slippery, smudges easily and I'm constantly afraid of scratching or cracking it. Once I get some extra money in the budget I'm going to try putting a skin on it to fix that. But now I know that even though premium material looks cool on a display, a "cheap" quality material feels better to hold and makes you feel less like you're carrying a delicate piece of china in your pocket.

[@rodrigofernety]

Here rocking pixel 8 pro ❤

[@GD2X]

How do you notice a 1 Gram Difference? :o

[@flexor212000]

Well...I got the 8a and I'm returning it to get the Pixel 9. Why? Because the Pixel 8a's screen is atrocious. Worse then my 5a it's replacing. It is a low quality rigid screen. When viewed slightly off axis (even if off axis by pushing/texting) you will see purple rainbow banding. So yeahhhh... It's a HUGE knockdown.

[@EliasSeebacher]

I also think that the Pixel 8 is the better deal. I love my Pixel 8.

[@LOUISVILLECARDINALS]

Most definitely is i love mines too

[@serious6647]

8a not bad i like the looks its good for someone who wants a small snapper but pixel 8 should stay at its price since 8a is out but who knows

[@DialupDad]

So in Denmark where everything admittedly is insanely expensive the 8A is ~€575 / $620 and the 8 is ~€830 / $890. I had no problem going with the 8A.

[@prnva_]

The bezels are horrendous.

[@mrmangbro6842]

I got my pixel 8 for 499$ with 150$ off then a promo for 10% off that :)

[@richpontone1]

Fyi, I bought my Pixel 8a from Mint for $399 and free shipping two months ago on a time limited deal. The deal expired but guess what? Mint is now offering the Pixel 9 for the same $399 on a time limited deal. I should have waited. Guys and gals, this is the best bargain ever. You better get it asap.

[@dino5254]

$499 - $100 store credit - $50 statement credit - $180 6A trade-in. $169 for me. Done Deal!

[@aross6]

Agreed!

[@Theorist11]

If i would buy I go for 8 not 8a , p 8 has thinner Bezel more premium as you said.Great content

[@typingcat]

How is the loud speaker quality? Is 8a's worse than 8's?

[@XP9724]

As someone who has the Pixel 8, I'd take the matte plastic back over glossy glass any day.

[@kirilraychev732]

Pixel 8 is a better phone especially long-term, but the 8a would be great option for about 400$, but not at the moment.

[@thepriestofvaranasi]

I don't see any reason why someone would spend 500 bucks to buy a phone with thick bezels and mid specs. Pixel 8 is the better choice.

[@Pixlewatchtoo]

Because the 8a will go on sale and the 8 might stop going on sale eventually and some people don't care about the Bezels and the smaller things

[@ThePingedOne]

Because I don't care about the bezels or the gaming performance, and all the other differences are too marginal to justify the cost difference.

[@_WF23]

It’s running the same G3 as the flagship…it’s not a midrange phone.

[@worthless_opinion]

Glass is not more "premium" than plastic. This myth needs to stop. It has literally zero benefits and only drawbacks in comparison.

[@brandonwright1070]

I was hoping I'd get a free 8a with 6a trade in from T-Mobile. But they only offered $250 off $500 while offering $400 off $599 for the 8. Free phone woulda been cooler but at least I'm getting the better one for less, I hope.

[@37prashantmehta]

18 watt charging, you have to charge your phone for good 2 hours for a full charge

[@m0rjc]

I'm torn (and the sale ends tonight!) 8a has a plastic back. Is that going to give me the robustness of my Pixel 5? Is the glass back on the 8 going to be a risk?

[@JoeC5050]

I wish Pixel 8A could have been little more compact compared to S24 specs. Pixel 8 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm (5.93 x 2.79 x 0.35 in) Weight 187 g (6.60 oz) Pixel 8A 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm (5.99 x 2.86 x 0.35 in) Weight 188 g (6.63 oz) Galaxy S24 147 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm (5.79 x 2.78 x 0.30 in) Weight 167 g (5.89 oz)

[@justinadams6167]

The 8a sounds like it could be the best of the a series yet. I would love to see a head to head comparison video between the 8a and the 7a, diving in to see if it's worth the upgrade after just one year.

[@marksouthwell4490]

I think techspurt has done this already 😊

[@PetrosB-ky2ru]

ok for 50$ we all know which oneis the better option but.? what about 100$? Here (EU) the 8 starts for 610 euros right now. Ig 8a is just about 500 are the 8`s upgrades worth the price gap?

[@eliasbeck4207]

I have the option to buy a Pixel 8a for 300-349 euro when I exchange my old device. With this price in mind, would this be a good deal for the 8a or is the 8 (currently around 580) still better for the extra cost?

[@Jasmin586]

I have the same struggle and can't decide 😅

[@DWtechfan]

Google should’ve used the same type of back material on the 8a as they did on the 6a. Glass is too easily broken and the 6a’s plastic felt like glass without being glass. And what’s up with grown people crying over the bezels? If you don’t want bezels then spend way more money on phones that don’t have bezels but don’t perform much better. Or, do like most average users do and put a damn case on the phone. I guarantee you, the bezels won’t affect performance in the least bit. Lastly, I understand the economy is inflating prices but Google has gotten ridiculous with their increasing costs. Even with the new upgrades like 2,000 nits with 120 Hz and wireless charging, the price of the 8a should’ve been $349 or $399 max. At this rate, Google will either have to kill the A series of Pixels or drastically reduce their prices.

[@uliparedes4877]

I like it but there's rumors it uses a lower tensor 3

[@rythmater]

It uses the same Tensor G3 as in the 8 and 8 pro. The only difference right now for picking up a Pixel 8a over the base model (excluding software support) would be the fact that it runs an outdated variant of Android 14 QPR1 (it will be most likely merged with the other devices when QPR3 comes around) that doesn't feature the latest improvements and fixes. And besides the security drawback of using an outdated quarterly release, it should mean nothing to normal users from a usability standpoint.

[@Gauss00e]

There are 2 options. Pixel 8a and pixel 8 pro. Regular 8 is obsolete. Camera is only marginally better. Repairs for the screen 150$ vs 340$. You understand this? 340$ screen replacement for a phone of 540$. Back glass is 40$ vs 150. Enjoy your 'cutting edge'. Which is not cutting edge with the same internals whatsoever.

[@woofwoof7226]

8a hasn't got a back glass.

[@bpavuk]

1:15 - "super fluid user experience"

[@rodrigofernety]

😂😂😂😂

[@enamahmedshahaz]

😅😅😅😅

[@baldone45]

Every phone and apps have little glitches..it's not a big deal dude...

[@blakehydra]

could you try and review grapheneos on the pixel phone?

[@michaelbautista8621]

Why cannot google trim the besels of a line series

[@Dis4b3L]

If you chose that for elderly person who doesn’t really care about specs and just needs it for daily tasks which should u choose ?

[@37prashantmehta]

Even 27 watt charging on the pixel 8 will take 1.5 hours to change, which is way more compared to 2024 standards

[@avicohen2k]

It looks like the 8a is much thicker than the 8. The specs measure the max thickness which is the camera bar, but it looks to protrude more on the 8 vs the 8a making the 8 not only small but thinner, is that really the case?

[@cartouchator]

8a on lay monthly was £10 ($12) less a month in my country .. 8a no brainer, only 60% of the monthly cost for some reason , i think because the 8 was only in 256 gb and the 8a was in 128

[@watson1212]

What's the pixel 8a chip single core, multi core results? Do a battery drain test with A55.

[@Si_Dav]

I have just purchased the 8A, maybe a wrong decision but here is my logic. Best deal I could find the 8 from a reputable company in the UK (BNIB) was £428.40 - actually cheaper than the 8A RRP and a great deal - so why go for the 8A? Well…a £10 eBay purchase of an old phone to trade could net me £210 from Google in a trade in deal - so the phone 8A was then £299.99 saving me £128 on the best 8 deal…. this made it a harder choice as I liked the fact I could pick it up for under £300. Factoring in the fact I get a 10% store credit from Google I get a nice £50 in that pot for a future purchase. All in all saving £128, get this for sub £300 (sSIM free and with no contacts) and with a £50 store credit, that was enough for me personally to shoot for the A. Have I made the wrong choice?

[@rodrigofernety]

Why you didn't ask for the electric blue ?

[@DiegoAlves-qf9pc]

me picking the 8A cause it's design is more curved

[@ACasualCustomer]

The Pixel 8 was on sale for $549 like two weeks ago. Who in their right mind would get the 8a for 499 lol

[@aiwwakk7152]

Got pixel 8 week ago for crazy discount, switch for iphone 12..

[@domenq8924]

The speech recognition on my Pixel 8 is significantly worse than on my old Pixel 6a. the Pixel 8 is virtually hearing impaired

[@adnanrafiq2659]

Good evening

[@speeder1139]

I can get the 8A for $320 with a trade for my 6A, but I still don't know if I should go for it.

[@dino5254]

Use the Google account and you’ll also get a $100 store credit and a $50 statement credit and 24 months 0% interest. That’s what I did. $169 with my 6A trade in.

[@Camouflage3680]

​@@dino5254 Can you explain step by step how to do it

[@dino5254]

@@Camouflage3680 You need a Google Store Credit Card. Offer is good thru 5/19

[@aross6]

​@@dino5254How did you get the $50 Statement Credit?

[@dino5254]

@@aross6 That's thru Google Store Card / Synchrony. Spend $499+ get $50 statement credit thru 5/19

[@ed7519]

Pixel 8. The End.

[@CryptoNard]

Pixel 8a has a slimmer camera bar that's more flush than the Pixel 8 camera bar.

[@kevinb6835]

I bought the Pixel 8 because it was 50 CHf cheaper then the 8a

[@acer1996]

What would your opinion on trading my oneplus 8t for pixel 8a . I would be getting 210 pound if i trade . 8t i bought two years before for 384 pound from amazone . Any way its software support came to a end but after purchasing pixel 8 a today i am bit confused with my decision . What should be the best option please ?

[@apredator4gb]

Wait a month and buy the pixel phone of choice used for 60% off.

[@MumtazHussain-tq3pz]

Very beautiful looks ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@paolo.cannizzaro]

Don't see why one would not buy the 8

[@Pixlewatchtoo]

The 8a is gonna go on sale like literally any Pixel a-series ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯ so it'll be cheaper

[@Andrew-it7fb]

There are sales on the 8a, plus I really prefer the matte back to glossy glass.

[@paolo.cannizzaro]

@@Pixlewatchtoo sure, when there's going to be sales. Not at launch though

[@Pixlewatchtoo]

@@paolo.cannizzaro I still don't see how it's a fair comparison because the Pixel 8 launched at 700 but

[@paolo.cannizzaro]

@@Pixlewatchtoo I'm not comparing the two products in a vacuum. I'm analyzing the current situation for potential buyers. At this moment the Pixel 8 is a much better buy, as simple as that. So if you want to buy an 8th series Pixel, you should buy the 8. If and when the situation changes, the 8a might become a better deal. Edit: and allow me to say, it's very important for a product to be immediately well placed at launch. That's when the majority of sales are going to happen

[@tatarubogdan]

No macro mode on the 8a if I may add

[@khairie2802]

So confused.. which one is 8 n 8a?

[@joelvaz7155]

You mean don't choose Pixel 8a? Thank you for the heads-up

[@kck1589]

I doubt anyone will buy an 8a for this price and um... bezels, samsung a54 looks better

[@LukaszTaracinski]

Pixel 8 is pretty good in normal usage, but unfortunetlly it is trash in gaming. Lagging even in Brawl stars😢

[@michaelwalsh3474]

I think this might be the last a series phone 🤔

[@carstuff4u942]

Just buy the 8 when its on sale

[@marsbf2701]

does the pixel 8a's selfie cam support secure face unlock?

[@eddierubio2796]

Yes

[@jordanwright5289]

Yeah just buy the 8 pro. 499.99 is a no brainer price

[@CrispyChicken44]

8a is too expensive. I'll happily keep my 6a until it decides to shit the bed. On a side note, how is the fingerprint sensor compared to the 6a? I have had such problems at times with it not detecting my finger. I had to take the screen protector off (and redo my fingerprint itself even) and it still gives me shit.

[@rambledogs2012]

My 6a is great with the fingerprint sensor. Have you tried logging the same finger twice?

[@CrispyChicken44]

@@rambledogs2012 Yes, sadly. There are moments still where I know my finger is clean and the screen is clean, and it still gives me trouble and asks for the pin. Maybe I just have a weird thumb LOL

[@spring581]

Google is offering me much more money for trading my iPhone in on pixel 8a than pixel 8 😊

[@tonylangridge3003]

Picked up the 8 for £475

[@Trenderoftiger]

In my country the pixel 8 is around 250 dollar more than 8a is it still worth it?

[@Trenderoftiger]

@@rorystorm4284 dont understand?

[@consistency3896]

Guys Could you help if you know this issue or it's not, So i Bought P8 3 months ago when i bought it has 60fps in blur mode(cinematic) now it's been a month since i noticed it now i can only film in 24fps with blur mode what's the problem ? and i can't switch it to 60 fps i mean there's no choice

[@consistency3896]

would be better if i switch it to 60 fps even it's not the good quality of video but anyway fhd and 60fps will be good not that 24fps

[@MumtazHussain-tq3pz]

Very nice 🎉

[@M1cha3lP]

Releasing this phone was a waste of time. Too similar to the 8.