Google Pixel 9a Debuts With Tensor G4, 48MP Camera, 120Hz Display, 5,100mAh Battery, 7 Years of Updates at $499
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Google has launched the Pixel 9a, its latest mid-range smartphone, offering many features from the flagship Pixel 9 series at a lower price point. The Pixel 9a is powered by the Tensor G4 chipset, includes 8GB of RAM, and is available with 128GB or 256GB of storage. It features a 6.3-inch pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass 3 protection, and a peak brightness of up to 2,700 nits.
The Pixel 9a is equipped with a 48-megapixel main camera and a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera on the rear, as well as a 13-megapixel front camera. The phone supports AI-powered features such as Gemini, though some advanced AI functions are limited compared to the flagship models due to lower RAM. It features a plastic back, a design without the signature camera bar, and an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. Face Unlock and an in-display fingerprint sensor are supported.
A notable feature is the 5,100mAh battery, the largest in any Pixel phone to date, supporting 23W wired and 7.5W wireless charging. The Pixel 9a achieved a PCMark battery score of 19 hours. Google promises seven years of software and security updates for the device.
The Pixel 9a is priced at $499 in the US, €549 in Europe, and ₹49,999 in India, with discounts of up to ₹5,000 available in India. It is offered in colors including Obsidian, Porcelain, Peony, and Iris. Carrier deals, such as a free Pixel 9a with select Verizon Unlimited plans or with Google Fi, are available.
The Pixel 9a competes directly with devices like Apple's iPhone 16e, which starts at $599, as well as other Android mid-range and premium models. Reviews highlight the Pixel 9a's bright display, strong battery life, reliable camera performance with features like Macro Focus, and integration of Google AI features, while noting trade-offs such as a plastic back, thicker bezels, Sub-6 5G only, and the absence of some advanced AI and camera features found in higher-end models.
