Pixel 10a Officially Launched Globally, Prices Start at $499

Google has officially launched the Pixel 10a globally with a starting price of $499. The phone is debuting in 34 countries and is now available for pre-order in supported regions across North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe.

The device is scheduled for a general retail release on March 5, 2026, or March 6 in select Asia-Pacific markets such as India.

Suggested retail prices by storage variant:

• North America:
  • $499 – 128GB variant
  • $599 – 256GB variant
• India:
  • ₹49,999 – 256GB variant only

The phone is available in Lavender, Berry, Fog, and Obsidian color options.

The Google Pixel 10a is a refined version of the Google Pixel 9a, introducing major durability improvements, a 10% increase in display brightness, and enhanced safety features, while retaining the same processor and starting price.

Below are the full specifications as listed on the Google Store website:

Specifications:

• Display: 6.3-inch FHD+ AMOLED (Actua Display), 1080 × 2424 resolution, up to 3,000 nits peak brightness (brightest Pixel A-series), 422 PPI, HDR support
• Chipset: Google Tensor G4
• CPU: 1× 3.1GHz Cortex-X4, 3× 2.6GHz Cortex-A720, 4× 1.92GHz Cortex-A520
• GPU: Mali-G715 MP7
• OS: Android 16 out of the box with 7 years of OS and security updates
• RAM: 8GB LPDDR5X
• Storage: 128GB / 256GB UFS 4.0
• Rear Camera: 48MP f/1.7 Quad PD Dual Pixel wide (with macro focus) + 13MP f/2.2 ultrawide
• Front Camera: 13MP f/2.2
• Video Recording: 4K UHD up to 60fps
• Camera Features: Digital zoom, image editor, dual rear camera setup
• Battery: 5,100mAh with 30W wired charging and 10W wireless charging
• Battery Life: 30+ hours
• Build & Design: IP68 dust and water resistance, Gorilla Glass 7i protection, aluminum frame with recycled materials, refined design with slimmer 4mm bezels
• Weight & Dimensions: 184.7g | 9.04mm thickness
• Connectivity: Dual SIM (physical + eSIM), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, GPS, OTG
• Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, barometer, Hall sensor

While the Pixel 10a is widely available globally, the phone is not officially sold in the Philippines, as Google does not have a direct retail presence for its smartphones in the local market. However, it can still be purchased through parallel importers and third-party retailers that specialize in bringing in devices from overseas.