Google Pixel 9a
$340Starting price · USMid-Range2025
8.1
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.3"
Display
48MP
Camera
5,100
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
23W
Charging
186g
Weight
Why This Phone
Mid-RangeThe Pixel 9a offers a compelling mid-range package with a high-quality display and excellent software support. While the camera system lacks a dedicated telephoto lens and charging speeds are modest, the overall hardware balance and competitive pricing provide strong value for the category.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera7.8
Performance7.5
Battery8.2
Display8.5
Build8.0
Value8.6
Strengths
Google Tensor G4 chipset
120Hz P-OLED display with 2700 nits peak brightness
IP68 water and dust resistance
Long-term software support commitment
Reliable dual-camera system with OIS
Weaknesses
Slow 23W wired and 7.5W wireless charging speeds
No dedicated telephoto lens
Limited to 8GB of RAM
Gorilla Glass 3 protection is dated
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