Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 40/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,672,795 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 221g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1672795 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 34 points higher (74/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (88/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (57/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1672795 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 5200 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 5060 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 160 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 64.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4a 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (74/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (88/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (57/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 34 points (74/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (74/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.