Google Pixel 9a

19 reviews

Apr, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 reviews of Google Pixel 9a. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the camera and battery. The design and price also get good views.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Google Pixel 9a is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Patrick O'Rourke (pocket-lint.com)

The Pixel 9a is so much better than the iPhone 16e, it's not even close

As far as 2025 mid-range smartphones go, the Pixel 9a beats the competition by a significant margin.

Price is great ; 60-120Hz OLED display is impressive ; Stellar Looking design

Camera performance isn't as great as the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro ; Sizable bezels ; Not every Gemini AI feature is available

Google's mid-range Pixel 9a offers impressive high-end features like a 48-megapixel main shooter, a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera with macro, its Tensor G4 chip, and 8GB of RAM, all in a cost-effective $500 package. Google's mid-range Pixel 9a offers...

Apr, 2025

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Expert review by : Anyron Copeman (techadvisor.co.uk)

Google Pixel 9a review: The obvious choice

The Pixel 9a is the least surprising phone I've tried in months, offering plenty of great features but also some familiar shortcomings. Is it still worth buying?

Apr, 2025

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Expert review by : Spencer Hart (stuff.tv)

The Google Pixel 9a is my perfect entry-level phone

Google's latest budget smartphone is packed with AI and features a brilliant new design – find out why it's a must buy in our Pixel 9a review

Sleek, premium new design and super bright screen ; Excellent camera and battery life ; AI smarts at a new affordable price ; Seven years of security updates

Bezels could be smaller ; Charging speeds could be faster

Complete with a sleek redesign, upgraded main camera and Gemini built in – the Google Pixel 9a proves you don’t need to spend big bucks to get a premium phone experience.

Apr, 2025

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Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv)

Google Pixel 9a preview: specs, release date and everything we know

The mid-range Google Pixel 9a looks set for an imminent reveal. Here's what to expect from the likely new affordable photography champ

Mar, 2025

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Expert review by : Andy Boxall (digitaltrends.com)

Google Pixel 9a review: A brilliant Pixel phone to buy

We've been using the Google Pixel 9a to see if it's worthy of being your next smartphone. We've got good news, as you'll find out in our in-depth review.

Long battery life ; Android 15 is well designed and responsive ; Flat rear panel adds flair and convenience ; Wireless charging ; Long software update commitment

Slow wired charging ; Photos can require editing

“The Google Pixel 9a's flat design is a surprising win, while the long battery life, great software, capable cameras, and brilliant fundamentals make it a highly recommended purchase.”

Apr, 2025

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Expert review by : GSMArena Team (gsmarena.com)

Google Pixel 9a hands-on review

The Google Pixel 9a is the company's newest mid-range Android smartphone. Part of the A-series, the Pixel 9a continues the tradition of being the most...

Apr, 2025

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Expert review by : Iyaz Akhtar (pcmag.com)

Pixel 9a Review: An Affordable Entry Point Into Google's AI Universe

The Google Pixel 9a delivers flagship-level performance, terrific camera quality, and long-term software support, making it the best midrange Android phone you can buy.

Apr, 2025

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Expert review by : Preslav Kateliev (phonearena.com)

Google Pixel 9a preview: the best candidate for your $500?

The Google Pixel 9a has just been announced, and it's just what we expected — a very solid offering for just $500. To the point where you start wondering, sure the Pixel 9 may be better, but is it $200 better? We still have to run the Pixel 9a through...

Mar, 2025

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Expert review by : Mariyan Slavov (phonearena.com)

Pixel 9a vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro: Nothing can stop the Pixel 9a

Nothing can beat the Pixel 9a! To unravel this pun, read our Pixel 9a vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro comparison

Mar, 2025

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Expert review by : Spencer Hart (stuff.tv_in)

The Google Pixel 9a is my perfect entry-level phone

Google's latest budget smartphone is packed with AI and features a brilliant new design – find out why it's a must buy in our Pixel 9a review

Sleek, premium new design and super bright screen ; Excellent camera and battery life ; AI smarts at a new affordable price ; Seven years of security updates

Bezels could be smaller ; Charging speeds could be faster

Complete with a sleek redesign, upgraded main camera and Gemini built in – the Google Pixel 9a proves you don’t need to spend big bucks to get a premium phone experience.

Apr, 2025

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