| Name | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 8a |
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| MSRP | $799 | $499 |
| Released | Aug 2024 | May 2024 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.3″ | 6.1″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2424×1080 | 2400×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 422 PPI | 430 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10+ | HDR |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Google Tensor G3 |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Immortalis-G715s MC10 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 9-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 3.1 GHz | 3.0 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 128 | 256 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 64 MP |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 24/30/60 fps | 30/60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60/120/240 fps | 30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 10.5 MP ultrawide | 13 MP ultrawide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 30/60 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30/60 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ❌ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 4700 mAh | 4492 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 27 W | 18 W |
| Wireless charging? | 15 Watt | 7.5 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP67 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Back material | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Plastic |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | Under display |
| Special design features? | - | - |
| Color options: | Black, pink, green, beige | Black, blue, green, beige |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.28×7.20×0.85 | 15.21×7.27×0.89 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.02×2.83×0.33 | 5.99×2.86×0.35 |
| Weight (gram): | 198 | 188 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.00 | 6.63 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | USB-C to A | USB-C to A |
| Other | SIM tool | SIM tool |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | G2YBB, GUR25, G1B60 | GKV4X, G6GPR, G8HHN, G576D |
| User guide / manual | Not available | Online manual |
| Official site link: | Store.google.com | Store.google.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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