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Google Pixel 10a: is the phone worth €481?
Short answer
Yes, if you want a compact Android phone with a strong camera, long battery life and very long software support. Google promises 7 years of Android and security updates, plus IP68 and wireless charging. Right now the Pixel 10a costs €481 instead of €549. If you already own a Pixel 9a, reviews say there is little reason to switch, as the chip is the same.
Who is the Pixel 10a for?
In favour
- 7 years of Android and security updates (manufacturer rating)
- Large 5,100 mAh battery with very good endurance in reviews
- Bright 6.3-inch OLED with up to 120 Hz
- Good 48 MP main camera with optical stabilisation
- IP68 and wireless charging, not a given at this price
Against
- Same Tensor G4 chip as the Pixel 9a, so little progress
- No telephoto lens, no microSD slot
- Fairly slow charging, no charger in the box
- Noticeably thick display bezels
A good fit if …
Anyone who wants a handy Android phone with clean software, a good camera and updates well into the 2030s.
Skip it if …
Pixel 9a owners and anyone who needs a telephoto lens for zoom shots should look elsewhere.
Specifications
| Display | 6.3-inch pOLED, 1080 × 2424, 60 to 120 Hz |
|---|---|
| Brightness | up to 3,000 nits peak (manufacturer rating) |
| Chip | Google Tensor G4, 8 GB RAM |
| Storage | 128 or 256 GB, not expandable |
| Battery | 5,100 mAh (typical), over 30 hours (manufacturer rating) |
| Cameras | 48 MP main (OIS), 13 MP ultrawide, 13 MP front |
| Protection | IP68, Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Updates | 7 years of Android and security |
| Amazon ASIN | B0GGC9FJM7 |
Frequently asked questions: Google Pixel 10a
How long will the Pixel 10a get updates?
Google promises 7 years of Android and security updates from launch, plus new features through Pixel Drops.
Is it worth upgrading from the Pixel 9a?
Probably not. The Pixel 10a uses the same Tensor G4 chip. Reviews see it as a modest update that mainly suits owners of older Pixels.
Does the Pixel 10a support wireless charging?
Yes, it charges wirelessly via Qi. Wired, Google says a 45 W charger gets it to 50% in about 30 minutes. No charger is included.
Is the Pixel 10a waterproof?
It is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
Is €481 a good price?
On 20 October 2026 the Pixel 10a cost €481 on Amazon.de instead of €549, about 12% below the list price.
Alternatives from current deals
If you want to spend less: the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G and Motorola moto g47 are discounted too.
Sources
Specs and assessments are based on manufacturer data and independent reviews. Prices from Amazon.de at the time shown.