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It seems like the Google Pixel 8a could include a much bigger battery than its predecessor. A mysterious Google smartphone got certified, and it could be the upcoming Pixel 8a.
Certification reveals that the Pixel 8a could have a much bigger battery than its predecessor
This smartphone got certified under the model number ‘GH2MB’ over at the UL Demko. This certification authority reports that the phone has a 4,942mAh battery, though it doesn’t confirm this is the Pixel 8a.
That is the next phone in Google’s lineup, though. The Pixel 7a was launched back in May last year, and its successor is tipped to arrive in May this year. The Pixel 9 series is not expected until October this year.
Having said that, the Pixel 7a includes a 4,385mAh battery on the inside. If this newly-certified smartphone does end up being the Pixel 8a, its battery capacity will offer 557mAh more capacity, which is quite a considerable difference.
This battery could be marketed as a 5,000mAh unit
Do note that Google will likely market this 4,942mAh battery as a 5,000mAh unit. That’s at least our guess, but it remains to be seen. Now, the Pixel 8a has surfaced already, several times, and it’s expected to have a similar display size to its predecessor.
If that ends up being the case, this added battery capacity will surely make a difference. Some power efficiency benefits are also expected out of the new chip that the phone will feature, compared to the Pixel 7a.
The Google Pixel 8a is expected to be fueled by the Tensor G3 processor. That is the chip that fuels the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro flagships from the company. It also fuels the Pixel Fold, Google’s first foldable smartphone.
In addition to that, and a 6.1-inch fullHD+ display, the phone is expected to include two cameras on the back, and have a similar design to its predecessor.