Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 40/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,606,238 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 9 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 199g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1606238 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 32 points higher (72/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (50/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (80/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (50/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (76/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Google Pixel 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1606238 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 5100 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2856x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 23W | |
| 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 | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 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
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Google Pixel 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 62.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 4a 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (73/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (80/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (50/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (76/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 32 points (72/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (73/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.