Google Pixel 9a

The Google Pixel 9a features a well-designed and compact build with a weight of 186 g and a thickness of 8.9 mm. With a width of 73.3 mm and a height of 154.7 mm, it provides a comfortable grip. The phone boasts an IP68 rating, making it waterproof for protection against dust and water immersion. Despite its sturdy construction, it does not have a rugged build or folding capabilities, offering a sleek yet durable design.

The Google Pixel 9a features a 6.3-inch OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2424 px, delivering a sharp and vibrant viewing experience. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and interactions, while the display's brightness can reach up to 1800 nits for clear visibility even in bright conditions. The screen is protected by Gorilla Glass 3 for added durability, and it also supports HDR10 for enhanced color and contrast in compatible content. The Always-On Display feature provides quick access to important information without waking the phone.

The Google Pixel 9a delivers strong performance with its Google Tensor G4 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The device achieves an impressive AnTuTu benchmark score of 1071616 and features a CPU clocked at up to 3.1 GHz for smooth multitasking. With support for DirectX 12 and OpenGL ES 3.2, the Pixel 9a handles gaming and graphics-intensive tasks with ease. Additionally, its 4nm semiconductor size and 6W thermal design power contribute to efficient performance and low heat generation.

The Google Pixel 9a is equipped with a dual-lens main camera featuring a 48MP and 13MP setup, offering wide apertures of 2.2f and 1.7f for versatile photography. It includes features like optical image stabilization for steady shots, phase-detection autofocus for quick and accurate focusing, and the ability to shoot video at 2160p at 60fps. The front camera offers a 13MP sensor with a wide 2.2f aperture, and the device supports manual controls such as manual exposure, ISO, and shutter speed, along with HDR and RAW photo capture for professional-grade results.

The Google Pixel 9a runs on Android 15 and offers a range of privacy and customization features. Users can enjoy location privacy options, camera and microphone access controls, and the ability to block app tracking. It supports dynamic theming, dark mode, and customizable notifications, allowing for a highly personalized experience. Other features include split-screen multitasking, PiP (Picture-in-Picture) mode, and offline voice recognition, along with the ability to track the device’s location and use voice commands for hands-free operation.

The device is powered by a 5100 mAh battery that provides up to 30 hours of battery life. It supports fast charging at 23W and wireless charging at 7.5W, offering flexible charging options. While it does not come with a charger or include reverse wireless charging, it features an ultra power-saving mode and a battery level indicator, ensuring efficient energy management.

This device is equipped with stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience and features aptX and LDAC support for high-quality wireless audio streaming. It also includes two microphones for improved sound capture, though it does not support a 3.5 mm audio jack, aptX HD, or aptX Adaptive.

This device offers 5G support for faster connectivity and comes with a variety of features like Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. It supports a single SIM and eSIM configuration, has a USB Type-C port, and is equipped with essential sensors including GPS, accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer, and compass. It also features a fingerprint scanner for added security, but lacks external memory support and several advanced features like infrared, HDMI, or stylus support.

This device comes with a video light for enhanced photography and video recording, but does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display.