Google Pixel 8a 5G, 128GB + 8GB RAM, Porcelain – Unlocked (Renewed)
Price: $259.47 on Amazon
Google Pixel 8, 128GB, Obsidian – Unlocked (Renewed)
The Google Pixel 8a remains one of the best value Android phones even 18 months after its May 2024 launch. With the newer Pixel 9a now starting at $499, Google and retailers are keeping the 8a alive at full MSRP on the official store while aggressively discounting it elsewhere. Below is the complete, up-to-date U.S. price list for every color, storage tier, and major seller—updated.
1. Official Google Store (store.google.com)
- 128 GB (only size sold): $499
Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe - 256 GB: Discontinued by Google (buy from resellers only)
- Financing: $13.86/mo for 36 months (0% APR)
- Best promo:
- Free with Google Fi → $499 back as 24 × $20.79 bill credits on any Fi plan
- Trade-in: up to $250 instant credit
- Bundles: 3 months free Google One 100 GB, YouTube Premium, Fitbit Premium
2. Unlocked Retail Prices (128 GB)
| Retailer | Obsidian | Porcelain | Bay | Aloe | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $399 | $399 | $399 | $399 | Prime delivery, 30-day returns |
| Best Buy | $399 | $399 | $399 | $399 | Price-match guarantee, Geek Squad option |
| Walmart | $369.98 | $369.98 | $369.98 | $369.98 | Rollback price, free 2-day shipping |
| Target | $399 | $399 | $399 | $399 | RedCard 5% extra off → $379 |
| B&H Photo | $399 | $399 | $399 | $399 | Free expedited shipping |
3. 256 GB Storage (Rare)
- Amazon / Best Buy: $459 (Obsidian only)
- Usually $60 more than 128 GB wherever still in stock.
4. Carrier-Locked & Installment Deals
- Verizon: $10/mo for 36 months (= $360 total) with new line on Unlimited Welcome
- AT&T: $2/mo for 36 months (= $72 total) with eligible unlimited plan
- T-Mobile: Free after 24 × $20.83 bill credits on Go5G Plus
- Google Fi: $0 upfront, $499 bill credits over 24 months
5. Refurbished & Open-Box
- Amazon Renewed: $286–$319 (Excellent condition, 90-day guarantee)
- Back Market: $299 (Grade “Excellent”, 1-year warranty)
- Swappa used market: $214–$280 average
6. Black Friday Early Birds (Live Now)
- Walmart: 128 GB $349 with Walmart+ early access
- Best Buy: Buy one, get second 8a 50% off for family plans
- Target Circle Week: $50 gift card with any Pixel 8a purchase
Quick Buying Guide
- Want it today? → Walmart $369.98 (cheapest unlocked)
- Want it free? → Activate on Google Fi or T-Mobile
- Want max trade-in? → Google Store (up to $250) or Best Buy (up to $300 store credit)
- Prefer 256 GB? → Amazon Obsidian $459 while supplies last
All Pixel 8a units include 7 years of OS & security updates (guaranteed until May 2031), the same Tensor G3 chip as the $699 Pixel 8, and full Gemini AI features.
Prices checked live. Black Friday doorbusters will drop further—check back next week for $299 blowouts!
🔥 Lowest price right now: $369.98 at Walmart
🔥 Best overall deal: Free with Google Fi
