Pixel 9a Release Date, Expected Pricing, Specs, and More

Google’s affordable version of its 2024 flagship, the Pixel 9a, is set to be unveiled very soon. With the release date quite near, leaks of the upcoming Pixel 9 have begun surfacing. Judging the history of leaks seen with Google’s devices, a lot of the leaked details and rumors surrounding its devices have always been true.

However, if you’re in the market for a mid-sized flagship this year, you now have a choice between the upcoming iPhone SE 4 and the Pixel 9a. While we have already covered some important details of the iPhone SE 4, it’s time to look into what’s expected from the Pixel 9a.

Pixel 9a if you didn’t know will be Google’s offering of the Pixel 9 series that was launched in 2024. The A series devices from Pixel are perfect for those who don’t want to spend more than $500 on an Android smartphone that does all the usual things you expect from it.

Now, with the Pixel 9a, Google will play around with a few things such as the body build and fewer cameras, which will help keep the cost of this device low.

Google Pixel 9a: Release Date and Pre-orders

According to leaks, the Pixel 9a will be released on March 26th, 2025. Meanwhile, pre-orders will begin on March 19th, 2025. Expect a Google event on March 19th, where the company is expected to make new announcements. These dates are for the European launch of the Pixel 9a, but you expect it to be the same worldwide.

Google Pixel 9a Leaks

While Google tries to keep the pricing of the Pixel A series a bit on the lower side, this year the 256GB variant of the Pixel 9a will be $40 more when compared to the 256GB variant of 2024’s Pixel 8a.

Pixel 9a leaked specs — IMG: ACE (Via X)

Of course, it is a benefit for Google, but will it be worth paying the hiked price just for the 256GB variant? Only launch offers and time will tell. We can expect some sort of Google exchange offer, but let’s wait until official details have surfaced.

Google Pixel 9a: Tech Specs (Expected)

Let’s take a look at what you can expect from the upcoming Google Pixel 9a.

Official Name: Google Pixel 9a
SoC: Google Tensor G4
Storage Options: 128GB, 256GB
RAM: 8GB
Screen Size: 6.2 inch (ca. 16 cm) OLED
Refresh Rate: 120Hz
Peak Brightness: 2700 Nits
Front Camera: 13MP
Rear Cameras: 48MP main and 13MP ultrawide
Color Options: Obsidian, Iris, Porcelain, Peony
Battery Capacity: 5000mAh
OS: Android 15 out of the box with 7 years of Android version updates

Do take all of these tech specs with a pinch of salt, as these are rumored and there is a 50 percent chance that these could be the real deal for the Pixel 9a.

Google Pixel 9a: Design and Colors

Google tends to keep the design language for it’s A series similar to its flagships released the previous year. The device will continue to have nice rounded corners and the new camera bump style as seen with the Pixel 9 series.

Google also likes to give its devices pleasant and bright yet soft color options. However, the Pixel 9a 128GB variant will come in four color options: Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, and Peony. However, the Pixel 9a 256GB variant is said to come in Obsidian and iris color options.

Google Pixel 9a: Pricing

Now, the Pixel 9a is set to follow the price tags seen on the Pixel 8a. The 128 GB variant will be sold for $499. However, unlike the 256GB variant of the Pixel 8a, the newer Pixel 9a is expected to be priced at the $599 mark. It does look steep considering you can get a different device that is better in every element when compared to the Pixel 9a.

Google Pixel 9a: Who Is This Device For?

The Pixel 9a is an Android smartphone powered by the goodness of everything Google in a small and easy-to-pocket size. Whether this will be a new phone or will be used as a secondary phone, the Pixel 9a does everything you need. Photos, videos, AI, and a clean Android OS with feature drops regularly.

Closing Thoughts

This concludes everything you need to know about the upcoming Google Pixel 9a series. Do take this information listed above with a moderate pinch of slate while we wait for the real deal to be revealed by Google at its upcoming Google event.

So, what will you be picking? The iPhone SE 4 or the Pixel 9a? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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