Google Pixel 9a

Performance

Performance score

Approximate benchmark score of the chipset — higher is faster for apps, games and AI.

1,000,000 pts

25/100

Chipset

The processor inside — shown for reference, never decides a winner.

Google Tensor G4

RAM

More RAM keeps more apps alive in the background.

8 GB

33/100

Storage

Base onboard storage for photos, apps and media.

128 GB

14/100

Display

Screen size

Diagonal screen size — bigger is better for media, smaller is easier to hold.

6.3 in

47/100

Pixel density

Sharpness of the screen — above ~400 ppi looks crisp.

422 ppi

43/100

Refresh rate

How smooth scrolling and motion feel. 120 Hz is the modern standard.

120 Hz

71/100

Peak brightness

Peak brightness in sunlight — higher stays readable outdoors.

2,700 nits

48/100

Camera

Main camera

Resolution of the primary rear camera — photo quality is judged by the Camera quality score, not megapixels.

48

Selfie camera

Resolution of the front camera.

13 MP

12/100

Telephoto

A dedicated zoom lens for distant subjects without quality loss.

No

0/100

Video score

Composite video rating — stabilisation, 4K/8K support and colour.

93 pts

83/100

Camera score

Composite camera quality from independent testing — how good the photos actually are.

145 pts

81/100

Battery

Battery

Battery capacity — higher generally lasts longer.

5,100 mAh

60/100

Charging speed

Wired charging speed — higher refills faster.

23 W

6/100

Wireless charging

Whether the phone charges wirelessly.

Yes

100/100

Price

Price

Typical MSRP in US dollars — lower is better value.

499 USD

80/100