Google released the Pixel 10a—a mid‑range phone with a similar style, features, and price level as the Pixel 9a

Google unveiled the Pixel 10 a – an updated mid‑range smartphone

The company officially announced the launch of its new device, the Pixel 10 a. It looks almost identical to its predecessor, the Pixel 9 a, but incorporates several key improvements: faster charging, higher energy efficiency, and significant steps toward sustainability.

1. Environmental Component
What changed | How it’s implemented | Recycled materials
The first model in the “a” series uses recycled cobalt, copper, gold, and tungsten (≥ 36 % of weight). The aluminum frame is made entirely from recycled aluminum. Packaging – plastic has been eliminated; packaging is done without it. Rear cover – 81 % made from recycled plastic.

2. Technical Specifications
Processor and memory* Tensor G4 chip from Samsung (4‑nm) – the same as in the Pixel 9 a:

- 1× Cortex‑X4 @ 3.1 GHz
- 3× Cortex‑A720 @ 2.6 GHz
- 4× Cortex‑A520 @ 1.9 GHz
- GPU Mali‑G715 MP7

*RAM – 8 GB (unchanged).
Internal storage – 128 / 256 GB, as in the predecessor.

Operating system* Android 16 “out of the box”.

- Seven years of updates promised, including Pixel Drops.
- New features: Gemini voice assistant and Gemini Live (voice control).

3. Display and Protection
Parameter | Value
Size | 6.3″
Resolution | 2424 × 1080 pixels
Brightness | 3000 cd/m² (↑ from 2700)
Screen protection | Gorilla Glass 7i (drop to 1 m, more scratch‑resistant)
Water resistance | IP68

4. Cameras
- Main – 48 MP
- Ultra‑wide – 13 MP

No hardware changes to the camera, but new software tools are added: Camera Coach (based on Gemini), Auto Best Take, and Add Me.

5. Battery and Charging
Parameter | Value
Capacity | 5100 mAh (same as Pixel 9 a)
Battery life | Approx. 30 hours (GSMArena tests show ~13 h)
Fast charging | 30 W (↑ from 23 W in the predecessor)
Wireless charging | 10 W (↑ from 7.5 W in Pixel 9 a)

6. Design and Build
- The exterior is almost identical to the Pixel 9 a, but the camera now sits in a flat module without a “stump”.
- Repairability improved – internal component layout optimized for replacement.

7. Color Options and Price
Color | Description
Fog (light green) | Replacement of the previous “porcelain”
Obsidian | Dark black
Berry | Berry‑colored shade
Lavender | Lavender

*Base model price – $499 / €549 for 8 GB/128 GB (same as Pixel 9 a).

Preorders opened today.

Conclusion
The Pixel 10 a retains most of its predecessor’s features but emphasizes sustainability, faster charging, and long‑term software support. If you need a reliable mid‑priced smartphone with modern Google features, the Pixel 10 a is worth considering.