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 — 69/100 vs 40/100 (a 29-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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 9
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 198g
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- 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 (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 29 points higher (69/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (75/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (46/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
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.
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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (73/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (75/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (46/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 29 points (69/100 vs 40/100).
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 40/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
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 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.