A hands-on video reveals a Pixel 9a with a very simplistic aesthetic. The phone would integrate high-performance components, but could choose more... economical materials. Google could thus position its Pixel 9a as a smartphone with an even more aggressive quality-price ratio than that of its predecessor, which already has among the best smartphones on the market.
A drop in costs at the expense of materials?
The video shows a plastic back that is reminiscent of the aesthetics of the old Nokia Lumia. The camera bar is now surrounded by a plastic ring, very different from previous models. This choice of materials would undoubtedly allow Google to reduce production costs. In any case, the visual rendering seems much less refined than on the Pixel 7a or 8a. The focus on functional and economical design could appeal to an audience that values value for money over the phone's appearance. The whole thing will obviously be judged by the price tag the brand is asking.
The Pixel 9a's muscular spec sheet
Behind this modest appearance, the Pixel 9a would hide solid performance. It would embed the Tensor G4 chip from the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro. Enough to ensure good responsiveness on a daily basis. The 120 Hz OLED screen would offer an exemplary fluidity display, while the RAM, which would be 8 GB, would allow you to manage several applications at the same time without slowing down. Characteristics that would bring the Pixel 9a closer to the brand's high-end smartphones, despite the compromises that Google seems to have made on materials.
The release date is not yet official, but rumors suggest a launch towards the end of March. The 9a would thus be aimed at those looking for a good balance between performance, software functionality and an attractive price. As a reminder, the Pixel 8a was launched at 549 euros, but can now be found for much less.
Source: 9to5Google
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