Google Pixel 9a
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📌 Basic Information
Google
Pixel 9a
October 2023
$499
$499
global
Design and Build
152.3 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm
172g
Black, White, Pastel Pink
None
Comfortable design with curved edges for better grip.
Display
CRT (Cathode Ray Tube)
6.1
1080 x 2244 pixels
416
60Hz
240
800 nits
1300 nits
Gorilla Glass Victus
Performance
Google Tensor G2
Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X1 + 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 + 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
Mali-G710 MP614
8GB
128GB, 256GB
700000
1300
4500
10000
Graphite Sheet
Smooth performance for everyday tasks and gaming.
FPS of Famous Games
60 @ Ultra
60 @ Medium
30 @ Low
60 @ High
30 @ Default
Camera System
Rear Cameras
50MP
Samsung GN2
f/1.85
Yes
24mm
1x optical zoom
24 FPS, 30 FPS, 60 FPS
1
Yes
Front Camera
8MP
Sony IMX355
f/2.0
No
30 FPS
Yes
Battery and Charging
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
4306 mAh
60 mins for 0-100%
USB Type-C
Yes
21W
Yes
5W
Up to 72 hours
Adaptive Battery
1.5 days with moderate use.
Software
Android 13
13 (October 2023)
Google Pixel UI
Google Photos, YouTube, Play Store
Yes
false
5 years of major updates
5 years of security updates
October 2023
November 2023
Connectivity
12 bands
Yes
USB-A
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Multimedia
Stereo Speakers
No
Yes
Biometrics and Security
Yes
No Fingerprint Sensor
Yes
No Face Unlock
Accessories
Environmental Impact
Low
100% Recycled Packaging
Market Data
Moderate
4%
USA, Europe, Asia
Review
Pros
Excellent camera, timely updates, clean software, water-resistant.
Cons
No headphone jack, average battery life, no major design changes.
Components Ratings
Overall Rating
8.5/10
Competitors
- Samsung Galaxy S23, Apple iPhone 15
Full Written Review
The Pixel 9a continues to shine with its exceptional camera performance, offering excellent photo and video quality. The AMOLED display is vibrant and smooth, making it a joy to use. Performance is solid, though it may lag behind in heavy gaming scenarios. Battery life is decent but not impressive. Software experience remains clean, with prompt updates, making it a reliable choice for Android purists. However, it lacks a headphone jack and doesn't bring significant design improvements over its predecessor.
