Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 9a: Get More From Your Next Phone
- Pixel 10a is more durable, with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i and an IP68 rating, making it the most rugged A-Series model to date1
- Pixel 10a’s display is 11% brighter than Pixel 9a’s, offering excellent visibility in all lighting2
- Built with safety and convenience in mind, Pixel 10a has Satellite SOS for better accuracy in emergency situations, and faster 30W wired charging with magnetic accessory support3,4,5
If you’re thinking about upgrading your current phone or joining the Pixel family, for less than you’d expect, check out Pixel 10a.
The newest member of the Pixel family,
brings a slim profile and more helpful AI. It’s built to power everything you do, thanks to a Google Tensor G4 chip and 8 GB of RAM. You can choose from 128 GB or 256 GB storage options.6 Plus, Pixel 10a comes with three months of YouTube Premium and Google One to get you started.7If you’re upgrading from Pixel 9a, you’ll immediately notice Pixel 10a has an 11% brighter screen for better visibility whether you’re outside or in.2
Pixel 10a packs the custom-built Google Tensor G4 chip, the power behind AI on Google Pixel. It makes Pixel fast, efficient, and helpful for all you do – like snapping brilliant photos and videos, and using our advanced AI, including Gemini. If you’re switching from an iPhone, this translates to a fast and intelligent phone experience right out of the box, running on the refined Android 16.
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Google Pixel 10a | Google Pixel 9a |
Colors | |
Fog, Obsidian, Berry, Lavender | Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony |
Google AI | |
Gemini App14 + Gemini Nano | Gemini App14 + Gemini Nano |
Performance | |
Google Tensor G4 S5400 with Satellite SOS 8 GB RAM | Google Tensor G4 S5300 8 GB RAM |
Display | |
6.3" Actua display15 3,000 nits peak brightness2 Corning® Gorilla® Glass™ 7i cover glass | 6.3" Actua display15 2,700 nits peak brightness2 Corning® Gorilla® Glass™ 3 cover glass |
Battery | |
Up to 120 hours with Extreme Battery Saver 5,100 mAh16 30+ hr10 30W wired charging9 10W10 wireless charging (Qi-certified) | Up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver 5,100 mAh16 30+ hr10 23W wired charging17 7.5W18 wireless charging (Qi-certified) |
Rear Camera | |
Dual rear camera 48 MP wide with Macro Focus 13 MP ultra wide | Dual rear camera 48 MP wide with Macro Focus 13 MP ultra wide |
Front Camera | |
13 MP12 | 13 MP12 |
Durability | |
IP68 water & dust resistance1 | IP68 water & dust resistance1 |
Pixel Security – VPN by Google | |
Yes19 | Yes19 |
While Pixel 9a set a high bar for reliability, Pixel 10a is even tougher. It features Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i, offering even more resilience against those “oops” moments. Both phones have a robust IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, so a little rain or a spilled latte won’t ruin your day.1
And because we believe your phone should stay helpful for the long haul, we provide seven years of software and security updates – ensuring your phone stays fresh, fast, and secure long after you’ve bought it.11
You can create frame-worthy photos with Pixel 10a’s best-in-class camera, even if you’re not a photography expert. Both 9a and 10a have an impressive 48 MP main camera and 13 MP ultrawide lens, which work together to capture vibrant colors and sharp details, preserving your memories exactly how you remember them.12 And with
, you can finally stop being the invisible photographer and actually join the group shot.Pixel 10a takes it a step further with
.10 It offers real-time tips to help you level up your framing and lighting as you shoot. You also get , which magically fixes those blinks by finding the best expression for everyone in the group.Add Me
Camera Coach
Auto Best Take
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