Google Pixel 10a Launches in India With 5100mAh Battery and 48MP Rear Camera

Google recently introduced the Pixel 10a worldwide and in India as a new smartphone in the company’s Pixel line. The phone will be available for pre-order starting at 9 PM IST on Flipkart and the Google India website, with an official launch sometime next month. The Pixel 10a will cost ₹ 49,999 for the 8GB RAM/256GB storage version of the phone only. Introductory offers include Rs 3,000 cashback with select HDFC Bank cards, up to 24 months of interest-free EMI, and a Rs 3,000 exchange bonus. The phone also participates in the Google Pixel Upgrade Programme.

Google describes the Pixel 10a as built around an aluminum frame and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. It is offered in four colors: Berry, Fog, Lavender, and Obsidian. Availability will begin with pre-orders in India via Flipkart and the Google India online store, with a formal sale date scheduled for March 6.

Pricing and Availability

The Pixel 10a is listed at Rs 49,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration. Pre-orders kick off at 9pm IST through Flipkart and the Google India online store, followed by a sale on March 6 in the country. The device is part of a broader Pixel ecosystem rollout and is bundled with offers including an instant cashback of Rs 3,000 on select HDFC Bank cards, up to 24 months of EMI, and a Rs 3,000 exchange bonus.

As part of its launch plans, Google notes the Pixel 10a is also included in the Pixel Upgrade Programme. The company has not indicated any regional exclusives beyond the listed price and channels for the Indian market in the provided material.

Specifications and Build

Powering the Pixel 10a is Google’s Tensor G4 chipset, accompanied by a Titan M2 security coprocessor. The device ships with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage and carries an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. In terms of camera capabilities, the rear-facing camera features three configurations: a main lens boasting 48 megapixels and an aperture of f/1.7 (for shooting at 25 millimeters): an ultrawide camera with 13 megapixels and an aperture of f/2.2 that has a “fish eye” effect due to its 120-degree angle, and a front-facing camera that has been designed especially for selfies and video calls with 13 megapixels.

• Display: 6.3 inches of 1080 x 2424 resolution (throughout) with a 120hz refresh rate, a maximum output brightness of 3000 nits (for peak), and protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
• Battery Technology and Charging Method: 5100mAh, wired charging (30 watts) and wireless (10 watts).
• Connectivity: 5G, 4GLTE, wi-fi 6e, Bluetooth 6, Nfc, USB type-C, GPS, Glonass, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS.
• Sensors: gyroscope, electronic compass, barometer, geomagnetic, accelerator, proximity, and fingerprint scanner.
• Size and Weight: 153.9 x 73 x 9 millimeters/approximately 183 grams.

The Pixel 10a will include an Actua pOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate (depending on settings) and will be covered with Gorilla Glass 7i. It also provides high brightness levels that enable users to see the display clearly outdoors and uses multiple satellite positioning systems for accurate location services. Google has committed to providing a complete software upgrade policy going forward, and incorporating both a large battery and fast charging speeds is indicative of its focus on providing long operation times and fast battery recharges during each user’s regular daily use.

Google highlights the use of an aluminum frame in the design of the Google Pixel 10a and its certification as IP68. There is an option of 4 various color choices: Berry, Fog, Lavender, and Obsidian. Because of its weight relative to other mobile devices, as well as its measurement dimensions, the Google Pixel 10a will be classified as Compact/Mid size; therefore allowing easy grip, yet still providing the most substantial screen experience possible. The Memory/Storage size of the Google Pixel 10a (8 GB RAM with 256 GB internal storage), shows that the device is capable of supporting medium to high performance with respect to running applications/media. The Google Pixel 10a will utilize a Tensor G4 Processor, which has been developed to provide performance and efficiency enhancements for on-device A.I. applications.The camera system, featuring a 48MP main sensor and 13MP ultrawide, follows the Pixel tradition of strong still photography capability, while the 13MP front camera supports selfies and calls. The hardware and software combination is completed by 5G connectivity, a robust sensor suite, and a security architecture that includes a dedicated coprocessor.