Fancy upgrading to a phone full of the latest Google tech? Not so keen on paying premium prices? Then the Pixel 7a could be the one for you.
It’s a smaller version of the flagship Pixel 7, but it’s no lightweight. The Pixel 7a is a fast and powerful phone with lots going for it, including an awesome camera and a next-gen processor. Let’s take a closer look.
A good looking Google
All phones in the Pixel 7 family (Pixel 7a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro) share the same classic ‘Google’ design, with a distinctive camera shelf blending into the rear of body.
The finish on the Pixel 7a is more metallic than the older Pixel 6a, so it feels a lot more premium. Google says the Pixel 7a is the most durable Pixel a-series phone yet - tougher than ever, with enough water resistance to survive splashes and accidental drops in the sink.
The Pixel 7a has a 6.1-inch Full HD+ OLED display, which is exactly the same size as the Pixel 6a. But there’s a real difference with refresh rate – the Pixel 7a has 90hz, compared with Pixel 6a’s modest 60hz. That’ll make everything you do look and feel super smooth, with colours that really pop.
The famous Google camera
Pixel phones are well-known for having great cameras, and the Pixel 7a is no different. The main camera now has a huge 64MP sensor, compared with the Pixel 6a’s 12MP sensor. It’s the highest resolution and largest sensor in a Pixel a-series phone yet.
The Pixel 7a’s impressive camera gives you brilliant detail in every photo you take, even moody low light shots. And with handy features like Magic Eraser and Camouflage, you’ve got the almost godlike power of deleting distracting objects in the background. You can also use Photo Unblur to make your pictures sharper.
The front and rear cameras can both shoot 4K video at 30fps, with the main camera capable of shooting up to 60fps. That’s good news for video calls, even better for TikTok!
A chip off the old block
The Pixel 7a is powered by exactly the same chip that’s in the flagships Pixel 7 Pro. It’s Google’s custom-built Tensor G2 processor - powerful enough to run the most advanced AI - and it makes the Pixel 7a faster, more efficient and more secure. Plus, because it’s so efficient, the battery lasts for 24 hours of normal use, and up to 3 days with extreme battery saving switched on.
You’ll be able to get your Pixel 7a back up to speed quickly with fast-charging, which gives you hours of power in just a few minutes. And if you don’t like faffing about with cables, you’ve now got the option of wireless charging.
The best of Google
The Pixel 7a runs Android 13, Google’s latest operating system. It keeps everything clean and clutter-free, and you’ll only find Google's best apps pre-installed - Google Maps, Play Store, YouTube etc.
It’s a Google phone, so the Pixel 7a will be among the first to get upgraded to Android 14 when it’s released. Google also promises that your Pixel 7a will also be upgraded to Android 15 and 16, at the very least. Security updates will also run for at least five years.
Need any help?
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Tech now, pay later!
You can buy now, pay later with a flexible credit account. With flexible credit we make spreading the cost of your tech easy to manage. 24.9% APR representative (variable). And you can choose the term that suits your monthly budget, from 12 to 36 months.
You can apply for a Your Plan credit account in-store or online at any time, then buy the tech you want. You’ll be able to view and manage your account online, and use it to buy more tech in future.
