Google's new phone is an absolute delight to use, and it's got an even more delightful price: Just $400.

At that price — hundreds of dollars less than the least expensive iPhone — you might think that it would make some pretty major compromises. But, in my experience across the last week using the Pixel 3a, it's one of the best smartphones available today.

It nails the three most important aspects of any good smartphone: A sharp screen, speedy internals, and a good camera. In the case of the Pixel 3a's camera, actually, it's better than smartphones that are far more expensive.

Look no further than these photos for proof: