Google Pixel 9a
Reviews
Engadget
While it isn't super flashy, the Google Pixel 9a is a really good basic smartphone in all the right ways.
91 / 100
Wired
It might not look like a classic Pixel phone anymore, but this Android is still the best smartphone bargain.
9 / 10
CNET
Pixel 9A Review: A Value-Packed Phone, Just at the Right Time
8.8 / 10
PCMag
Starting at $499, the Pixel 9a is the most affordable member of Google's Pixel 9 lineup. It takes everything that's great about the $799 Pixel 9 and subtracts some nice-to-haves like mmWave 5G, reverse wireless charging, and satellite messaging. That still leaves
4.5 / 5
Tom's Guide
This is how you do a budget phone right
4.5 / 5
Trusted Reviews
Introduction Another year means another Pixel ‘a’ release – but this year’s Pixel 9a is different in a few important ways. Most notably, the Pixel 9a is the first in the series to not closely mirror the design of the flagship Pixel, ditching the camera bar for an altogether more understated lo
4.5 / 5
Android Central
The Pixel 9a breaks the A-Series mold with a trademark the flagships can't match — epic battery life — while keeping pace for performance and visuals.
4.5 / 5
Gizmodo
Google Pixel 9a Review: One of the Best Deals in Smartphones
4 / 5
TechRadar
Great cameras equal a great personality
3 / 5
Phone Arena
The Pixel 9a might easily steal the Pixel 9's thunder: similar displays, but the larger battery and super-affordable $499 might make the Pixel 9a one of 2025's best-value phones.
The Verge
Google hasn’t even announced the Pixel 9A yet, but the device has surfaced in a pair of review videos on YouTube.
Tech Advisor
Should you buy the Google Pixel 9a or Samsung Galaxy A56?
No reviews yet, we will add them as soon as they are available.
Description
The Pixel 9a is a high-value smartphone featuring a large pOLED display, enhanced camera capabilities, and robust AI features, all powered by the Google Tensor G4 processor.
Launch Date: 4/9/2025
Launch Price: 499 USD
Highlights
- Enhanced Dual Rear Camera System
- Google Tensor G4 Processor
- Large and Bright pOLED Display
- AI-Powered Photography Features
- IP68 Water and Dust Resistance
Pros and Cons
- Excellent AI-Driven Camera Features
- Bright and Smooth Display
- Long Battery Life with Fast Charging
- Strong Durability with IP68 Rating
- Performance is not ideal for heavy gaming
- No telephoto lens
- No expandable storage
Specifications
display | 6.3-inch Actua pOLED, 1080 x 2424 resolution, 120Hz, up to 2700 nits peak brightness |
processor | Google Tensor G4 |
operating system | Android 15 |
memory | 8GB RAM |
storage | 128GB or 256GB |
battery | 5,100 mAh, 23W wired charging, Qi wireless charging |
camera | 48 MP main, 13 MP ultrawide, Super Res Zoom up to 8x |
front camera | 13MP |
connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth v5.3, NFC |