| Name | Google Pixel 9a | Apple iPhone Air |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $499 | $999 |
| Released | Apr 2025 | Sep 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Apple, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 15 | iOS 26 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 16 | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.3″ | 6.5″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2424×1080 | 2736×1260 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 422 PPI | 460 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Refresh rate (max) | HDR, 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Apple A19 Pro |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MP7 | Apple GPU, 5 cores |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 6-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 3.1 GHz | 4.26 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 256 | 512 | 1024 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | ❌ |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 30/60 fps | 24/25/30/60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60/120/240 fps | 25/30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | 720p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 13 MP ultrawide | 18 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | SL 3D |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face ID |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 30 fps | 24/25/30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30 fps | 25/30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | None |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ❌ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 5100 mAh | 3149 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 23 W | 20 W |
| Wireless charging? | 07.5 Watt | 20 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass 3 | Ceramic Shield 2 |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Titanium |
| Back material | Plastic | Ceramic Shield |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Island |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | ❌ |
| Special design features? | - | Action button, Camera control button |
| Color options: | Black, purple, pink, beige | Black, Blue, White, Gold |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.47×7.33×0.89 | 15.62×7.47×0.56 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.09×2.89×0.35 | 6.15×2.94×0.22 |
| Weight (gram): | 186 | 165 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.56 | 5.82 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | USB-C to A | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool | ❌ |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | GXQ96, GTF7P, G3Y12 | A3517, A3260, A3518, A3516 |
| User guide / manual | Not available | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Store.google.com | Apple.com |
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