Google Pixel 4a vs Google Pixel 4a 5G

Our verdict: Prefer to own outright? The Google Pixel 4a starts from just £100.00.

Screen
5.81" 5.81"
Display
OLED OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
444 444
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G Qualcomm SDM765 Snapdragon 765G
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android 10 Android 10
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
Dimensions
144 x 69 x 8.2 mm 153.9 x 74 x 8.6 mm
Weight
143 grams 143 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£100.00 £174.99
Google Pixel 4a Google Pixel 4a Google Pixel 4a 5G Google Pixel 4a 5G
Screen 5.81" 5.81"
Display OLED OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 444 444
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G Qualcomm SDM765 Snapdragon 765G
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android 10
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
Dimensions 144 x 69 x 8.2 mm 153.9 x 74 x 8.6 mm
Weight 143 grams 143 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £100.00 £174.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 4a or Google Pixel 4a 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 5.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 444 pixels per inch, and both use OLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 4a or Google Pixel 4a 5G?

The Google Pixel 4a features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 4a 5G has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 4a or Google Pixel 4a 5G?

The Google Pixel 4a is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £100.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 4a and Google Pixel 4a 5G?

The Google Pixel 4a is available in 128GB, while the Google Pixel 4a 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 4a and Google Pixel 4a 5G use?

The Google Pixel 4a is powered by the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G, while the Google Pixel 4a 5G uses the Qualcomm SDM765 Snapdragon 765G.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 4a or Google Pixel 4a 5G?

The Google Pixel 4a is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (143 grams vs 143 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 144 x 69 x 8.2 mm, and is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 4a or Google Pixel 4a 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Google Pixel 4a and Google Pixel 4a 5G run?

Both phones run Android 10.