Google Pixel 9A vs. Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL: How Do They Compare?

The latest phone from Google now has a release date of April 10, which gives you time to compare the specs of the Pixel 9A with those of the 9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL. And though the new Pixel 9A is absolutely a less-expensive offering, it has several surprises worth scrutinizing. The release of the new Pixel 9A completes this year's Google phone lineup -- and now we know it's arriving in early April. We also have all the specs for the company's most affordable phone. With budget phones, the question is always, "What's missing?" For example, Apple ditched MagSafe and stuck with a single camera for the iPhone 16E -- which still comes in at $599. With the new Pixel 9A, what is Google giving up to hit a friendlier $499 price? Surprisingly, some specs meet or exceed those of its pricier siblings. Hey, better battery Google's Pixel 9A in Peony. James Martin/CNET People consistently rate battery power as the most important consideration for a new phone, and here Google delivered. The Pixel ... Read full article.