Google Teases Pixel 10a With Flat Camera Design, Older G4 SoC

Google teased the Pixel 10a this week, showing a redesigned camera system that looks exactly like the Pixel 9a’s at first glance, but without any bump whatsoever. Pre-orders open on Feb. 18.
The Pixel 10a’s hardware mirrors that of the Pixel 9a, as we previously reported when leaked Verizon certification documents emerged. The 6.3-inch(ish) FHD+ AMOLED display runs at 120Hz and pairs with a Tensor G4 processor (yes, G4, not G5), 8GB of RAM, and 128GB base storage. A 5,100mAh battery powers the unit, larger than the Pixel 10 Pro’s, which has almost the same dimensions.
The camera setup consists of dual rear sensors—a 48MP main camera with an f/1.7 aperture and optical image stabilization, alongside a 13MP ultrawide lens—plus a 13MP camera on the front, GSMArena reports. The phone will come in four colors: Berry, Fog, Lavender, and Obsidian.
The Pixel 10a is expected to cost $499 USD and will launch approximately a month earlier than the Pixel 9a did in March 2025. This accelerated launch timeline could mean Google is tightening its product refresh cycle for mid-range devices, or maybe even trying to set foot in before Apple unveils its iPhone 17e.
If you want to know how this phone is likely to perform, take a peek at our in-depth review of the Pixel 9a—we expect the two devices to share a lot of similarities, given their hardware overlap.
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