Mascom International stocks the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement at KSh 15,500, a price that covers both the part and the technician's labour. The display is brand new and made to fit the Google Pixel 8a's 6.1-inch OLED panel, which shows 1080 x 2400 pixels and refreshes at up to 120Hz. Fitting happens at our store in Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. With the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement, you settle one figure at the counter and leave with a phone you can read and use again.
Built for university students, NGO field staff, logistics coordinators and first-time Pixel owners across Kenya, the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement answers a practical, everyday need. The Pixel 8a is a midrange phone many buyers keep for years, and a single fall onto tiles or tarmac can split its front glass or leave a frozen strip that ignores your thumb. Typing a Lipa na M-Pesa till number or reading a lecture timetable on a broken display quickly becomes stressful. The Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement puts the phone back to everyday use at a fraction of a fresh handset's cost.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that quote a low number and add charges later, Mascom International prices the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement as a single all-in figure and stands behind it with a 6-month warranty. At Mascom International, we're seeing more 8a owners choose repair over replacement because the rest of their phone still runs well. Our team confirms the frame details for your unit on WhatsApp ahead of your visit. Bring the phone to Kimathi Street, or send us a WhatsApp message and we will set a fitting time with you.
Common Questions About the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement
How much is the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement in Kenya?
The Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement costs KSh 15,500 at Mascom International in Nairobi, fitting included. The figure pays for the replacement display, a technician installing it at our Kimathi Street store, and a 6-month warranty on manufacturing defects in the part. It matches the KSh 15,500 Google Pixel 8 screen job and runs KSh 9,500 below the Google Pixel 8 Pro screen at KSh 25,000. Send the team a WhatsApp message first to confirm frame details for your 8a.
Why does the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement cost less than a Google Pixel 8 Pro screen?
The Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement costs KSh 9,500 less because it fits a smaller, simpler panel than the Google Pixel 8 Pro. The 8a uses a 6.1-inch OLED at 1080 x 2400, while the 8 Pro has a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED at 1344 x 2992. LTPO can vary its refresh rate to save power, which the 8a panel does not do. On the phones' specs, the 8a peaks at 2000 nits against 2400 nits. The parts are not interchangeable, so the right one depends on your phone.
Does heat, dust or coastal humidity matter for a Google Pixel 8a screen in Kenya?
Yes, a cracked Google Pixel 8a screen fares worse in Kenyan conditions, so fixing it early is wise. Dust from Nairobi roads and Eldoret's dry season can work into cracks, and Mombasa's coastal humidity can reach the panel through broken glass. The 8a's factory front glass is Gorilla Glass 3, an older and softer grade than the Pixel 8's Victus, so a protector helps. Avoid leaving the repaired phone on a hot car dashboard, where direct sun can stress any OLED display.
Who should buy the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement, and who should skip it?
The Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement is right for owners whose phone still switches on, holds a charge and makes calls, but whose display is shattered, blank or patchy to touch. Skip it if your 8a has a dead motherboard, will not power on, or took a serious soaking, because a display cannot solve those faults. If the phone has several other problems, putting the money towards a different phone may serve you better. Pixel 8 Pro owners need their own KSh 25,000 part.
Should I back up my Google Pixel 8a before the screen is replaced?
Yes, back up your Google Pixel 8a before any screen replacement, even though the repair itself does not erase your data. A display swap leaves internal storage untouched, and the technician does not need to reset the phone. A backup to Google Photos and Google Drive simply protects you against the unexpected, as it would for any repair. If the screen is too broken to use, connect a mouse through a USB-C adapter or ask our team to help you check that your last backup completed.
Does the Google Pixel 8a keep its 120Hz smooth scrolling with the replacement screen?
The replacement is made to fit the Google Pixel 8a's display specs, including its 120Hz refresh rate, 6.1-inch size and 1080 x 2400 resolution. Once fitted, scrolling through feeds and swiping between apps should feel as fluid as before. If motion looks slower than you remember, open Display settings and check that Smooth Display is turned on, as the phone itself controls this setting. Our technician runs through scrolling, colour and touch with you at handover so you can judge the result directly.
How can I tell if only the glass or the whole Google Pixel 8a display is damaged?
On a Google Pixel 8a, cracked glass with a clean picture and normal touch means the damage is mostly on the surface, while black spots, lines or dead touch zones mean the display underneath has failed too. In both cases the fix is the full Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement, because the glass and panel are bonded together. Surface cracks still get worse with time and pocket pressure. Our technician inspects the phone first and explains exactly what is wrong before any work begins.
What should I bring when I come in for a Google Pixel 8a screen fitting?
Bring your Google Pixel 8a, its charger if the battery is low, and your PIN or pattern so you can unlock the phone during testing. Remove the case and any loose protector before handing it over. If your fingerprint unlock was set up, the technician sets it up and tests it with you after fitting, and you may need to enrol your fingers again. Payment can be made by M-Pesa at our Kimathi Street store, so there is no need to carry cash.
Technical Specifications
Core Function
- Replaces a shattered, blank or patchy Google Pixel 8a display with a working panel — readable screens and reliable touch come back.
- Revives touch input across every corner of the panel — the keyboard, gestures and on-screen buttons respond again as they should.
- Fitted on site by a Mascom technician on Kimathi Street — labour is part of the KSh 15,500, with nothing extra added afterwards.
- Tested with you at handover for touch, colour, brightness and calling — any concern is raised and handled while you are still there.
- Your phone, SIM, apps and saved files all stay with you — no restore, no transfer and no fresh setup is needed after the repair.
Display Panel
- 6.1-inch OLED panel, as listed for the Google Pixel 8a — a pocket-friendly size that remains easy to use with one hand while walking.
- 1080 x 2400 resolution at about 430 pixels per inch — photos, maps and lecture notes appear crisp at normal viewing distance.
- Up to 120Hz refresh rate — the screen redraws up to 120 times per second, so scrolling and app switching feel fluid and quick.
- HDR support on the phone's specs — HDR shows more detail in the brightest and darkest parts of compatible streaming videos.
- Peak brightness of 2000 nits on the phone's specs — nits measure how much light a screen gives off, so outdoor reading stays manageable.
Compatibility
- Made for the Google Pixel 8a alone — its 6.1-inch shape and panel outline differ from every other Pixel model's display.
- Will not fit the Google Pixel 8 or the Google Pixel 8 Pro — each of those phones takes its own separately priced replacement part.
- Keeps the phone's 20:9 aspect ratio — apps, videos and games fill the screen in exactly the same layout as before the damage.
- Rests over the Pixel 8a's under-display optical fingerprint reader — the technician sets up and tests unlocking with you once fitting is done.
- Goes with every Google Pixel 8a colour, including Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay and Aloe — the front appears black whenever the display is switched off.
Build
- The Pixel 8a combines an aluminium frame with a plastic back — the replacement display sits into that frame when it is installed.
- Factory front glass on this phone is Corning Gorilla Glass 3 — an older, softer grade, so a tempered-glass protector is a sensible addition.
- A straight frame gives the neatest fit — the technician checks for bends from hard falls before fitting.
- Flat front with no curved edges — standard cases and tempered-glass protectors line up easily and stay put without lifting at the sides.
- OLED pixels produce their own light with no backlight layer — this gives inky blacks, clear contrast and a slim panel inside the phone.
Inclusions
- One replacement display for the Google Pixel 8a — whether your part comes with a frame is confirmed on WhatsApp before booking.
- Labour from a Mascom technician — already inside the KSh 15,500, and no part-only price is quoted for this job.
- Hands-on test before you leave — you try touch, brightness, calls and unlocking yourself at the Kimathi Street counter.
- 6-month warranty on manufacturing defects in the replacement display — claims are raised at the Nairobi CBD service desk.
- No charger, cable, case or screen protector included — compatible accessories are sold separately at Mascom International.
Package Contents
The Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement gives you one replacement display, installed by a Mascom technician at our Kimathi Street store while your phone stays in the building. The KSh 15,500 covers that labour, so the part and the fitting arrive as one service and one payment. Frame details differ from unit to unit, so ask our team on WhatsApp whether a frame comes with your part before you book. No charger, cable, case or screen protector is included; compatible accessories are sold separately at Mascom International.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects in the replacement display under normal use. Keep your receipt somewhere safe. If the panel shows a defect during those six months, bring the phone back to our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building, and our team will look into the claim.
Where to Buy the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement in Kenya
You can have the Google Pixel 8a Screen Replacement fitted at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Walk in with your phone, see the display working, and try messaging, scrolling and unlocking for yourself before you leave. The part suits every Google Pixel 8a colour, whether you own Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay or Aloe.
For bookings, frame checks or any other question, contact us here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
All 47 counties are covered by pay-on-arrival delivery. Customers in Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and major towns such as Mombasa, Eldoret, Nyeri and Kakamega receive them within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Customers outside Nairobi should arrange fitting details with our team on WhatsApp before ordering.
Your fitting carries the 6-month warranty set out above. Expect clear, honest specifications, accurate pricing and dependable after-sales care from a store you can always walk back into.
