The Google Pixel 4a is rumored to launch in July or August of this year, but it may launch on its own. Some reports point to Google's cancellation of the Pixel 4a's big brother, the Pixel 4a XL.

Last time Google launched both the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL, so why change strategy this time? And will the Pixel 4a XL really be canceled? Here is what we know about the Pixel 4a XL based on leaked information so far, and its fate.

If Google decides to go ahead with the Google Pixel 4a XL, it will be announced at the same time as the Pixel 4a. And according to the latest rumors, Google will hold a virtual event on July 13, and the phone itself will be launched in August.

Initially, Google was expected to announce the Pixel 4a in May in conjunction with Google I/O, but that event was canceled due to a coronavirus outbreak.

If Google decides to make the Pixel 4a XL a reality, it will likely command at least an $80 premium over the Pixel 4a. The latest rumors have the Pixel 4a priced very aggressively at $349. This means that the Pixel 4a XL will cost about $429.

The Google Pixel 4a will reportedly have a 5.8" OLED display, up from the 5.6" of the Pixel 3a; the Pixel 3a XL had a 6" OLED screen, but we have not heard about the screen size of the Pixel 4a XL None.

Pixel 4a XL render leaks reveal the phone's possible dimensions of 154.3 x 73.9 x 8.2 mm. This is considerably smaller than the Pixel 3a XL's 160.1 x 76.1 x 8.2 mm footprint.

The Google Pixel 4a XL was rumored to have a dual rear camera, while the Pixel 4a had a single 12MP rear camera; it is unclear whether the Pixel 4a XL will use a telephoto lens as a second camera like the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, or whether it is not clear whether Google will go the ultra-wide-angle route.

In January, YouTuber Dave Lee reported that Google would remove the Pixel 4a XL from its lineup. Apparently, the $479 Pixel 3a XL did not sell as well as the smaller, less expensive $399 Pixel 3a.

Since then, we have seen other reports suggesting that the Pixel 4a XL will not appear; Jon Prosser of Front Page Tech leaked a Pixel 4a release date in May and did not mention the Pixel 4a XL.

As reported by 9to5Google, a purported Pixel 4a XL component was leaked on eBay in April, suggesting a dual-lens camera. Later, leaker @xleaks7 worked with accessory retailer Pigtou to create a rendering of what the Pixel 4a XL would look like, while also asserting that the phone would never make it to market.

Google has not confirmed the existence of the Pixel 4a or Pixel 4a XL, but at this time it is unlikely that the Pixel 4a XL will be released.

If the Pixel 4a will be 5.8 inches, its size may be large enough for most budget smartphone buyers. However, the Pixel 4a XL would be better for those who prefer a larger screen and especially a second rear camera. At this point, we can say not to expect a Pixel 4a XL when Google announces the Pixel 4a, but anything can happen.