Google Pixel 8a vs Google Pixel 9a
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 8a
2category wins
Google Pixel 9a
6category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Google Pixel 9a
Faster chip
Google Pixel 9a
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 9a
Faster charging
Google Pixel 9a
Higher-resolution camera
Google Pixel 8a
Better display
Google Pixel 8a
Lighter body
Google Pixel 9a
Best value for money
Google Pixel 9a
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.1 | 6.3 |
| Panel Type | OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2400 | 2424 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 2000 | 2700 |
| PPI | 430 | 422 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Screen-to-body | 81.6 | 83.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | Mali-G715 MP7 |
| Chipset Name | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G4 |
| Process (nm) | 4 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Google Pixel 8a +1%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Google Pixel 8a +1%AnTuTu
Google Pixel 9a +8%| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,722 | 1,707 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 4,458 | 4,431 |
| AnTuTu | 1,409,016 | 1,519,937 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm, (wide) | 48 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4492 | 5100 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 23 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 5 | 5 |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 152.1 | 154.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.9 | 8.9 |
| Weight (g) | 188 | 186 |
| Width (mm) | 72.7 | 73.3 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, May 07 | 2025, March 19 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, May 14 | Available. Released 2025, April 10 |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 66 - G6GPR (International) | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66, 75 - International |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 76, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - G6GPR (International) | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Google Pixel 8a and Google Pixel 9a are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 9a is 21% cheaper at 85,000 DZD versus 107,760 DZD for the Google Pixel 8a, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Google Pixel 9a packs a 5100 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Google Pixel 9a posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Google Pixel 8a reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 64 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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