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  • Screen Size
    6.3 inches
    Front-Facing Camera
    13 megapixels
    Rear-Facing Camera
    48 megapixels
    Ultrawide Camera
    13 megapixels
    Series
    Pixel 9
  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 6.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Front-Facing Camera: 13 megapixels
    • Rear-Facing Camera: 48 megapixels
    • Ultrawide Camera: 13 megapixels
    • Series: Pixel 9 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
  • General
    • Brand: Google
    • Model Number: GA09585-US
    • Product Name: Pixel 9a 256GB (Unlocked)
    • Color: Iris
    • Series: Pixel 9 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
    • Year of Release: 2025
  • Display
    • Screen Size: 6.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1080 x 2424 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Display Type: OLED
    • Foldable Screen: false
    • Refresh Rate: 120Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Brightness: 2700 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
  • Camera
    • Integrated Camera: Front, Rear, Ultrawide
    • Front-Facing Camera: 13 megapixels
    • Rear-Facing Camera: 48 megapixels
    • Ultrawide Camera: 13 megapixels
    • High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
  • Network
    • Carrier: Unlocked
    • Carrier Compatibility: AT&T, Mint Mobile, T-Mobile, Google Fi, Verizon
    • Network Connectivity: 5G (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Unlocked: true (Can be used with any carrier, typically by exchanging the phone's SIM card with another one compatible for the intended area of service. Can be used with a new or existing cellular service plan.)
    • Universal Unlocked: true (Can operate on any compatible SIM card and carrier.)
  • Connectivity
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
  • Power
    • Wireless Charging: true
    • Wireless Charging Standard: Qi
  • Features
    • Model Family: Google Pixel 9a
    • Sensors: Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Gyro sensor, Magnetometer, Barometer (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
    • Mobile Payment Service Supported: Google Pay
    • Protective Qualities: Weather resistant, Fingerprint resistant, Water resistant
    • Maximum Depth Of Water Resistance: 3.3 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
    • Ingress Protection (IP) Rating: 68 (A 4 to 6 character code classifying a product's degree of protection against intrusion of solid particles and liquids as well as impact. Each number in the IP Code denotes a level of protection, determined through testing and published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The first digit represents the degree of protection against solid foreign objects or particles and the second digit represents the degree of protection against water ingress.)
    • Built-in Storage: 256 gigabytes
  • Performance
    • Operating System: Android 15 (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
    • Phone Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) temporarily stores data so that it can be accessed quickly. The size of the RAM determines how efficiently the phone can handle large amounts of information at once, such as switching between several open apps.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 6.1 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 2.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 0.4 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 6.6 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
  • Other
    • UPC: 840353922525

Meet Pixel 9a – engineered by Google with more than you expect, for less than you think. Like Gemini built in to supercharge your productivity and creativity.³ A best-in-class camera⁵ for incredible photos. All-day battery.⁴ Durable design. And 7 years of updates so it keeps feeling new.⁶ All for under $500.

  • Universal Unlocked: Compatible with all major U.S. carriers, including Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile. Also compatible with prepaid carriers including Cricket Wireless, MetroPCS, Google Fi, Total Wireless, Tracfone, and Mint.
  • The best phone camera under $500⁵: Take photos and videos so amazing, you won’t believe you actually took them. Capture small details, create perfect group shots, and even get vivid ones at night.
  • The dependable all-day battery: The Adaptive Battery on Pixel 9a can last over 30 hours. Need even more? Turn on Extreme Battery Saver to make it last up to 100.⁴ That’s big energy.
  • One ask, done across your apps: Save time by asking Gemini to find information and get things done for you across your Google apps – like Maps, Calendar, Gmail, and YouTube Music. It’s multitasking made easy.³
  • It’s built to last: Pixel 9a is designed to handle spills, dust, drops, and dings.² From IP68 water and dust protection to a scratch-resistant display and long-lasting materials, it’s the most durable Pixel A-Series phone yet.²
  • Talk things out live: Instead of typing, use Gemini Live and have a natural, free-flowing conversation. Gemini follows along, even if you change the topic or switch the question mid-sentence.¹⁰
  • Take the picture. And be in it, too: Add Me makes sure no one is left out of a photo. Take one with the group, then swap in the photographer, and Pixel magically merges both photos.¹
  • Tiny is epic: Use Macro Focus to reveal vivid color and striking contrast in photos and videos of the smallest details – like raindrops, flowers, or sprinkles.
  • Brilliant photos, dusk to dawn: Night Sight takes sharp, vivid photos, portraits, and panos in low light, like concerts and cityscapes – even the Milky Way with astrophotography.
  • Group pics the whole group loves: Get an amazing group photo by combining similar photos. Pixel finds the best moment, or you can choose everyone’s best expression.
  • That new-phone feeling every few months: Your phone keeps getting better over time with automatic Pixel Drops⁶ – boosts of helpfulness like camera updates, brand-new features, and more.
  • Your AI creative canvas: Make your own memes, stickers, and whatever else you can dream up in seconds, from wherever you’re typing.⁷ A surfing tiger, anime style? You got it.
  • Reimagine your photos, right on your phone: Magic Editor in Google Photos makes complex edits easy. With a few taps, AI can change the background, move objects, and more.¹
  • Designed for your peace of mind: Pixel is built with safety features that help you prepare and react in an emergency. It can quickly call emergency services and share accurate location info so they know where to send help.⁸
  • Plays well with Pixel. And others: Pixel 9a is designed to be compatible with your other devices.⁹ That means you can keep streaming and connecting seamlessly, whether those devices are made by Google or not.
  • It’s easy to set up: Pixel 9a has a simple setup for getting your kids started. With Family Link parental controls, you can set digital ground rules together.
Whats Included
  • 1m USB-C to USB-C Cable (USB 2.0)
  • SIM Tool
Disclaimers
  • ¹ Results may vary. Not available for all cameras, apps, or modes.
  • ² Designed to comply with dust and water protection rating IP68 under IEC standard 60529 when each device leaves the factory but the device is not water or dust proof. The accessories are not water or dust resistant. Water resistance and dust resistance are not permanent conditions and will diminish or be lost over time due to normal wear and tear, device repair, disassembly or damage.
  • ² Phone is not drop/tumble proof and dropping your device may result in loss of water/dust resistance. Damage from drops, tumbles, and other external forces is not covered under warranty. Liquid damage voids the warranty. See g.co/pixel/water for details.
  • ³ Gemini mobile app available on select devices, and in select languages and countries. Internet connection required. Check responses for accuracy.
  • ⁴ For “over 30 hours”: Estimated battery life based on testing using a median Pixel user battery usage profile across a mix of talk, data, standby, and use of other features. For “up to 100 hours”: Estimated battery life based on testing using a median Pixel user battery usage profile across a mix of talk, data, standby, and use of limited other features that are default in Extreme Battery Saver mode (which disables various features including 5G connectivity).
  • ⁴ For both claims: Battery testing conducted on a major US carrier network in California in late 2024 on pre-production hardware and software using default settings, except that, for the “up to 100 hours” claim only, Extreme Battery Saver mode was enabled. Tests began with phones fully charged. Battery life depends upon many factors and usage of certain features will decrease battery life.
  • ⁴ Actual battery life may be lower. Over time, Pixel software will manage battery performance to help maintain battery health as your battery ages. See g.co/pixel/batteryhealth for details
  • ⁵ Among smartphones in markets where Pixel 9a is sold. Based on third-party evaluation.
  • ⁶ See g.co/pixel/updates for details on when your Pixel is eligible to receive Pixel Drops. Availability of some Pixel Drops may vary.
  • ⁷ Not available in all languages or countries.
  • ⁸ Personal Safety app features are dependent upon network connectivity and other factors and may not be reliable for emergency communications or available in all areas. For more information, see g.co/pixel/personalsafety.
  • ⁹ Requires compatible phones running on Android 6.0 or newer or Chromebooks running on Chrome OS 91 or newer.
  • ¹⁰ Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy. Compatible with certain features and certain accounts. Internet connection required. Available on select devices, languages and countries. Only available to users 18 years and older.

Q: What is the built-in storage capacity of this phone?

A: The Pixel 9a has 256 gigabytes of built-in storage.

Q: Which carriers is the Pixel 9a compatible with?

A: The Pixel 9a is universally unlocked and compatible with all major U.S. carriers, including Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. It's also compatible with prepaid carriers like Cricket Wireless, MetroPCS, Google Fi, Total Wireless, Tracfone, and Mint.

Q: What is the screen size of the Pixel 9a?

A: The Pixel 9a has a 6.3-inch screen.

Q: How long does the battery last on the Pixel 9a?

A: The adaptive battery on the Pixel 9a can last over 30 hours, and with Extreme Battery Saver, it can last up to 100 hours.

Q: Does the Pixel 9a support wireless charging?

A: Yes, the Pixel 9a supports wireless charging using the Qi standard.

Q: Is this phone water resistant?

A: Yes, the Pixel 9a is water and dust resistant with an IP68 rating, allowing it to withstand submersion in up to 3.3 feet of water.

Q: How much RAM does the Pixel 9a have?

A: The Pixel 9a comes with 8 gigabytes of RAM.

Q: Can you turn off AI?

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Google - Pixel 9a 256GB (Unlocked) - Iris

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