Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Google Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 9/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 9
- Lighter: 168g vs 198g
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 9/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 41 points higher (50/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (33/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (75/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (33/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 143 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 198 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 61.7% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (75/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (33/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 41 points (50/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.