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Google Pixel 8a Price in Kenya
The Google Pixel 8A price in Kenya is KSh 45,499 to KSh 47,499 at Avechi, depending on the version you pick from the RAM / Storage menu above. It comes with a 1-year warranty, and you can have it delivered or pick it up from our Nairobi shop.
The Pixel 8a is Google’s mid-range phone from May 2024. It runs on Google’s Tensor G3 chip and has a compact 6.1″ 120Hz screen. Its biggest strength is support: Google promises seven years of Android and security updates from May 2024, which takes it into 2031. It is a good fit for anyone who wants a compact Pixel that will stay supported for years. Google does not sell Pixel phones officially in Kenya, so Avechi covers the warranty.
Pixel 8a prices by variant (October 2026)
Prices update automatically. With no memory card slot and a seven-year lifespan, the 256GB model is worth the small extra cost.
Key specifications
| Display | 6.1″ OLED, 1080 x 2400, 120Hz, up to 2,000 nits peak, Gorilla Glass 3 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 (4nm) |
| RAM / Storage | 8GB with 128GB or 256GB (no microSD) |
| Rear cameras | 64MP main (f/1.9, OIS), 13MP ultra-wide; 4K60 video |
| Selfie camera | 13MP ultra-wide, 4K30 video |
| Battery & charging | 4,492mAh; 18W wired; 7.5W wireless |
| Software / updates | Launched on Android 14; 7 years of OS and security updates from May 2024 |
| Build | Aluminium frame, plastic back, Gorilla Glass 3 front, IP67 (1m for 30 minutes) |
| Size & weight | 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9mm, 188g |
| Other | Nano SIM + eSIM, under-display optical fingerprint reader, 5G |
| Colours | Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe |
| Launched | May 2024 |
Why buy the Pixel 8a
- Updates into 2031. Seven years of support from launch means almost five years remain, far longer than older Pixels at a similar price.
- Small and light. A 6.1″ screen and 188g make it one of the easiest phones to carry in a shirt pocket or use with one hand in a matatu.
- Smooth, bright screen. The 120Hz OLED reaches 2,000 nits at peak, so it stays readable outdoors.
- A good main camera. The 64MP sensor has optical stabilisation and records 4K at 60fps, so handheld clips at a wedding or a school event stay steady.
- Cheap storage upgrade. 256GB costs just KSh 2,000 more than 128GB at Avechi.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Seven years of updates from 2024 | Slow 18W wired and 7.5W wireless charging |
| Compact 6.1″ size, 188g | Plastic back and Gorilla Glass 3, not Victus |
| 120Hz OLED, 2,000 nits peak | IP67, not IP68 |
| Tensor G3 chip | No telephoto camera |
| 256GB for only KSh 2,000 extra | No memory card slot |
Pixel 8a vs Pixel 7
| Pixel 7 (2022) | Pixel 8a (2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G2 | Tensor G3 |
| Screen | 6.3″, 90Hz | 6.1″, 120Hz |
| Main camera | 50MP, OIS | 64MP, OIS |
| Battery | 4,355mAh | 4,492mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired, 20W wireless | 18W wired, 7.5W wireless |
| Build / water rating | Glass back, IP68 | Plastic back, IP67 |
| Google support ends | Around October 2027 | Around May 2031 |
| Avechi price | KSh 37,999 (128GB), KSh 46,499 (256GB) | KSh 45,499 (128GB), KSh 47,499 (256GB) |
Verdict: The Pixel 7 feels more premium and charges faster without wires. The Pixel 8a has the newer chip, the smoother screen and about three and a half years more support. At 256GB the two are almost the same price, so the 8a is the clear pick. At 128GB, the Pixel 7 saves you KSh 7,500 if you only need a phone for the next year or so.
Other phones to consider
- Google Pixel 9a (from KSh 53,999): the A-series Pixel that followed the 8a, a year newer.
- Google Pixel 8 (from KSh 52,499): the standard Pixel from the same generation, if you prefer a flagship model.
- Google Pixel 7 (from KSh 37,999): cheaper, IP68 and glass-backed, but support ends sooner.
- Samsung Galaxy A37 5G (from KSh 36,999): a newer Samsung mid-ranger for less money.
Pixel 8a FAQs
What is the Pixel 8a price in Kenya?
At Avechi the Google Pixel 8A costs KSh 45,499 to KSh 47,499, depending on the version. The table above shows the current price of each RAM and storage option.
How long will the Pixel 8a be supported?
Google promises seven years of Android and security updates counted from May 2024, so support runs until around May 2031.
Is the Pixel 8a waterproof?
It is IP67 rated, which covers dust and fresh water up to 1m for 30 minutes. Rain and spills are fine; keep it out of pools.
Does the Pixel 8a have wireless charging?
Yes, but only at up to 7.5W, so wired charging is the quicker option.
Does it support 5G and eSIM?
Yes. It works on 5G and takes a nano SIM plus an eSIM.
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