Google’s previous lineups haven’t gotten much attention since the release of their stellar Pixel 9 series. If you love budget phones the way we do here at CNET, then you might want to take a second look at Google’s Pixel 8A if you need a new phone upgrade that doesn’t break the bank. It features a superb camera for the price and top-notch security features that protect your data. Right now you can buy one for just $399 at Amazon, which is a record low. This deal is only available for a limited time, so that’s something to keep in mind.
The Pixel 8A has a lovely 6.1-inch Actua display that’s impressively vibrant and makes for a better time watching shows or just scrolling through TikTok endlessly. It has offered excellent battery life in our early testing so far, easily allowing reviewer Lisa Eadicicco to get through a long day with power to spare, and Google says it can last up to 72 hours with the extreme battery saver feature. Pixel 8A has IP67 protection for water and dust resistance, too, though this is a slight step down in durability from that of the Pixel 8 (IP68).
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Along with that, it comes with plenty of security features including Google Tensor G3 and even a VPN, and it still has an incredible camera for this price as well. It’s an amazing phone at $100 off its usual price, this is one of the best Google Pixel 8A deals we’ve seen yet.
Why this deal matters
Buying a previously-released phone is always a great way to save money, but this deal on the Google Pixel 8A makes the budget-friendly phone a record $100 less than its usual sticker price. At $399, shoppers in need of a new upgrade can save hundreds and still score a high-quality Android phone. It should be noted that this price is also the phone’s lowest ever on record.
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