Side-by-side technical data
Google Pixel 9a vs Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
Comparison between Google Pixel 9a and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: 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 10 Pro Fold suits buyers who want an 8-inch foldable screen, more memory, and a telephoto camera; the Pixel 9a is lighter and easier to carry. The Fold leads overall, with NeoScores of 8.0 versus 7.3.
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold has 16 GB of RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, compared with 8 GB and UFS 3.1 in the Pixel 9a. Its 8-inch LTPO OLED display reaches 3,000 nits and opens to a 1:1 format; the 9a has a 6.3-inch pOLED screen rated at 2,700 nits, with higher density: 422 ppi versus 374 ppi. The Fold adds a telephoto camera, while the 9a has a 13 MP ultrawide against the Fold’s 10.5 MP.
The Pixel 9a weighs 186 g versus 258 g and is thinner at 8.9 mm versus 10.8 mm. It also supports reverse charging and lasts 52 h per cycle according to the EU energy label, compared with 47 h for the Fold. The Fold offers Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and 30 W fast charging; the 9a has Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and 23 W charging.
Google Pixel 9a
The Google Pixel 9a is the better buy for anyone who wants a lighter 186 g phone with reverse charging.
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the better buy for anyone who wants an 8-inch foldable screen and a telephoto camera.
The verdict
Your pick: Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, ahead on Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity.
| Category | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.0 | 7.9 |
| Performance & hardware | 7.2 | 8.7 |
| Camera | 6.7 | 7.5 |
| Connectivity | 8.0 | 9.5 |
| Battery & charging | 6.9 | 6.6 |
Which one is for you?
Google Pixel 9a, if you care about…
- Display Pixel Density
- 422 ppi
- against 374 ppi
- Weight
- 186 g
- against 258 g
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- against Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Bypass Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- Body Thickness
- 8.9 mm
- against 10.8 mm
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 16 GB
- against 8 GB
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
- against Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- Storage Type
- UFS 4.0
- against UFS 3.1
- Display Technology
- LTPO OLED
- against pOLED
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Google Tensor G4 | Google Tensor G5 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 3 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G715 MP7 | PowerVR DXT-48-1536 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 4.0 Best value |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.78 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 1 TB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,497,290 Best value | 1,467,097 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 1,600 | 2,267 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 4,500 | 5,712 Best value |
| CPU Description | 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. | Octa-core CPU with Cortex-X4, Cortex-A725, and Cortex-A520 cores. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X Best value |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 2,630 | — |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Purple, Pink | Grey, Green |
| Body Thickness | 8.9 mm Best value | 10.8 mm |
| Body Width | 73.3 mm | 150.4 mm |
| Body Height | 154.7 mm | 155.2 mm |
| Weight | 186 g Best value | 258 g |
| Usable Surface | 83.5 % | 88.4 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Metal, Plastic | Glass, Plastic, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68, IPX8 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | A |
| Repairability Class | B Best value | C |
| Foldable | No | Yes |
| Drop Test Count | 270 Best value | 210 |
| Unfolded thickness | — | 5.2 mm |
Battery
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | B |
| Battery Capacity | 5,100 mAh Best value | 5,015 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 23 W | 30 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Bypass Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 52 h Best value | 47 h |
| Wireless charging power | 7.5 W | 15 W Best value |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 1:1 |
| Display Technology | pOLED | LTPO OLED Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 2,700 nits | 3,000 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.3″ | 8″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 2,076 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,424 px Best value | 2,152 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 422 ppi Best value | 374 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | — | 120 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,000,000 :1 | 2,000,000 :1 Best value |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 3, Mohs Level 4, 120Hz, Hole-Punch Notch, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Frameless | Hole-Punch Notch, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, LTPO, Variable Refresh Rate, DCI-P3, Mohs Level 5, 120Hz, Secondary Display |
| Cover display diagonal | — | 6.4″ |
| Cover display refresh rate | — | 120 Hz |
| Cover display peak brightness | — | 3,000 nits |
Sensors
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System, 3D face recognition |
Software
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 7 years | 7 years |
| Direct OS Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| 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 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 | 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 B9, 3G UMTS B18, 3G UMTS B19, 3G UMTS B20, 3G UMTS B21, 3G UMTS B28, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS 800, 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 B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B21, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 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 n29, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n76, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79, 5G NR n257, 5G NR n258, 5G NR n260, 5G NR n261 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 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 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g Best value |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 6.0 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC |
| Connectivity Features | NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 3.2, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, eSIM | UWB, Satellite Connectivity, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 3.2, USB OTG, eSIM, Tethering, VoLTE, OTA Sync, Computer Sync, USB Mass Storage, USB Charging, USB Host 3.2 |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| SAR American Head | — | 0.99 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.99 W/kg | 0.99 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | 1.39 W/kg | 1.39 W/kg |
Audio
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | 3 Best value |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
Technical
| Specification | Pixel 9a | Pixel 10 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 549 € | — |
| Model numbers | GXQ96, GTF7P, G3Y12 | GU0NP, GM66V |
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