Google Pixel 10a
A tough, compact Pixel with a flat back, a bright screen, strong battery and seven years of updates. Launched 18 February 2026.
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Obsidian
₹55,999Base model price, checked 19 October 2026 7.8/10 overall • Camera 7 • Battery 8 • Speed 6 How we score
The official price went up to ₹55,999 on 7 October 2026 (it was ₹49,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.
Buy it if
- You want a battery that easily lasts a long day
- You keep a phone for years (7 years of updates)
- You want a phone that's easy to use one-handed
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Launched18 February 2026with Android 16
Software nowAndroid 17 QPR1Since September 2026 • 7 yrs of updates
- Battery
- Strong battery life that easily lasts a full day.
- Camera
- Reliable photos in most conditions from the 48MP main and 13MP ultrawide cameras.
- Speed
- Fine for everyday apps; it uses an older Tensor G4 chip.
- The catch
- Almost the same as the Pixel 9a, has a plastic back and thick bezels, and Google raised the US price to $599 (about ₹56,900) in October 2026.
Full specifications (tap to open)
| Display | 6.3-inch P-OLED, 120Hz, 2000 nits HBM, 3000 nits peak, Gorilla Glass 7i |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| CPU | 1x Cortex-X4 @ 3.1GHz + 3x Cortex-A720 @ 2.6GHz + 4x Cortex-A520 @ 1.9GHz |
| Graphics (GPU) | Mali-G715 MP7 |
| AI chip (NPU) | Google TPU (TOPS not officially stated) |
| RAM and storage | 8GB RAM, 128GB (UFS 3.1; RAM type not officially stated) |
| Battery | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired PD 3.0 (about 50% in 30 min), 10W wireless, bypass charging; reverse charging not listed |
| Cameras | 48MP main (f/1.7, 1/2.0", Dual Pixel AF, OIS) + 13MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 120 degrees, 1/3.1"); 13MP front |
| Water and dust | IP68 (1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Size and weight | 9mm thick, 183g |
| Software | Android 16 at launch, Android 17 QPR1 now |
| Updates | 7 years promised |
| 5G | Yes |
| NFC | Yes |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C 3.2, NFC, satellite SOS |
| Modem | Not officially stated |
| Speakers and haptics | Stereo speakers (rated Good by GSMArena, -26.8 LUFS) |
| Screen flicker (PWM) | Not officially stated |
| Cooling | Not officially stated |
| Colours | Obsidian, Fog, Berry, Lavender |
Our verdict combines 8 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.
Price historyUp 12%
18 February 2026: ₹49,9997 October 2026: ₹55,999
Google raised the price to $599 (about ₹56,900) in the US and ₹55,999 in India in October 2026; any remaining retailer stock near $399 (about ₹37,900) to $499 (about ₹47,400) is the deal to grab.
5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: Yes.
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Where it ranks
Google Pixel 10a: common questions
- What is the price of Google Pixel 10a in India?
- Google Pixel 10a starts at ₹55,999 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model. Google raised the price to $599 (about ₹56,900) in the US and ₹55,999 in India in October 2026; any remaining retailer stock near $399 (about ₹37,900) to $499 (about ₹47,400) is the deal to grab.
- When was Google Pixel 10a launched, and which software does it run?
- It launched on 18 February 2026 with Android 16. It now runs Android 17 QPR1. The brand promises 7 years of updates.
- Is Google Pixel 10a good for camera, battery and gaming?
- Camera: very good. Battery: very good (5100 mAh). Gaming and speed: average (Google Tensor G4 (4nm)).
- What is the biggest downside of Google Pixel 10a?
- Almost the same as the Pixel 9a, has a plastic back and thick bezels, and Google raised the US price to $599 (about ₹56,900) in October 2026.
- Does Google Pixel 10a support 5G and NFC in India?
- 5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: Yes.
- Is Google Pixel 10a waterproof?
- Water and dust rating: IP68 (1.5m for 30 mins).
- How fast does Google Pixel 10a charge?
- 30W wired PD 3.0 (about 50% in 30 min), 10W wireless, bypass charging; reverse charging not listed