Side-by-side technical data
Google Pixel 10a vs Google Pixel 9a
Comparison between Google Pixel 10a and Google Pixel 9a: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Google.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Google Pixel 10a is the more complete choice for anyone seeking a brighter display, faster charging, and newer Bluetooth; the Pixel 9a makes sense only if it costs less. Their overall scores are close, so the 10a's edge is narrow.
The Pixel 10a reaches 3000 nits peak brightness, versus 2700 nits on the Pixel 9a, and has a 2 000 000 :1 contrast ratio versus 1 000 000 :1. The 10a also runs Android 16, while the 9a runs Android 15.
The Pixel 10a supports 30 W wired charging versus 23 W, and 10 W wireless charging versus 7.5 W. It also has Bluetooth 6.0 instead of Bluetooth 5.3. Both share the Tensor G4 and a 5100 mAh battery.
Google Pixel 10a
The Google Pixel 10a is better for anyone seeking a brighter display, faster wired charging, and Bluetooth 6.0.
Google Pixel 9a
The Google Pixel 9a is the better buy only if it costs less; the Pixel 10a charges faster and has a brighter display.
The verdict
Your pick: Google Pixel 10a, ahead on Camera and Connectivity.
| Category | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.1 | 8.0 |
| Performance & hardware | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| Camera | 7.0 | 6.7 |
| Connectivity | 8.8 | 8.0 |
| Battery & charging | 7.1 | 6.9 |
Which one is for you?
Google Pixel 10a, if you care about…
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 6.0
- against Bluetooth 5.3
- Peak Display Brightness
- 3,000 nits
- against 2,700 nits
- Fast Charge Power
- 30 W
- against 23 W
- Wireless charging power
- 10 W
- against 7.5 W
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Google Tensor G4 | Google Tensor G4 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G715 MP7 | Mali-G715 MP7 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.1 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,523,637 Best value | 1,497,290 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 1,600 | 1,600 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 4,500 | 4,500 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 1×3.1 GHz Cortex-X4, 3×2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 and 4×1.9 GHz Cortex-A520. | Octa-core processor with one 3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 core, three 2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 cores, and four 1.9 GHz Cortex-A520 cores. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 2,683 Best value | 2,630 |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Fog, Pink, Lavender, White, Blue, Grey, Green | Black, White, Purple, Pink |
| Body Thickness | 9 mm | 8.9 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 73 mm | 73.3 mm |
| Body Height | 153.9 mm | 154.7 mm |
| Weight | 183 g Best value | 186 g |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % Best value | 83.5 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Aluminium Alloy, Metal, Plastic | Glass, Metal, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | A |
| Repairability Class | B | B |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | 270 |
Battery
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A Best value | B |
| Battery Capacity | 5,100 mAh | 5,100 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 30 W Best value | 23 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Bypass Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Non-Removable | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 53 h Best value | 52 h |
| Wireless charging power | 10 W Best value | 7.5 W |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | pOLED | pOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 3,000 nits Best value | 2,700 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.3″ | 6.3″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,424 px | 2,424 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 422 ppi | 422 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 120 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 2,000,000 :1 Best value | 1,000,000 :1 |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs Level 4, HDR, Always-On Display, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Gorilla Glass 3, Mohs Level 4, 120Hz, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Frameless |
Sensors
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 Best value | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 7 years | 7 years |
| Direct OS Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n14, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n29, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B6, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B18, 3G UMTS B19, 3G UMTS B20, 3G UMTS B21, 3G UMTS B25, 3G UMTS B26, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B21, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B75, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n14, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO, Tri-Band | Dual Band, Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 6.0 Best value | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC |
| Connectivity Features | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, eSIM, VoLTE, Satellite Connectivity, USB Host 3.2 | NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 3.2, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, eSIM |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| SAR (EU) head | — | 0.99 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | — | 1.39 W/kg |
Audio
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 549 € | 549 € |
| Model numbers | GE1GQ, GV0BP, G4H7L | GXQ96, GTF7P, G3Y12 |
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