| Name | Google Pixel 9a | Nothing Phone (3a) Lite |
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| MSRP | $499 | $279 |
| Released | Apr 2025 | Oct 2025 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 16 | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | AMOLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.3″ | 6.77″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2424×1080 | 2392×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 19.93:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 422 PPI | 388 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR | HDR |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Pro |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MP7 | Mali-G615 MC2 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 3.1 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 128 | 256 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ✔ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | 2 MP macro |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 30/60 fps | 30 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60/120/240 fps | 30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 13 MP ultrawide | 16 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face unlock |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 4K selfie video? | 30 fps | ❌ |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 23 W | 33 W |
| Wireless charging? | 7.5 Watt | ❌ |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP54 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass 3 | Panda Glass |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Back material | Plastic | Panda Glass |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Punch hole |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | Under display |
| Special design features? | - | Notification LED (back) |
| Color options: | Black, purple, pink, beige | Black, White |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.47×7.33×0.89 | 16.40×7.80×0.83 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.09×2.89×0.35 | 6.46×3.07×0.33 |
| Weight (gram): | 186 | 199 |
| Weight (oz): | 6.56 | 7.02 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | USB-C to A | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool | SIM tool, case |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | GXQ96, GTF7P, G3Y12 | A001T |
| User guide / manual | Not available | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Store.google.com | Nothing.tech |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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