Google Pixel 9a / Apple iPhone 15 Pro

Google Pixel 9a: Pixel 9a; 8 GB RAM with 128 or 256 GB. The band list on this page belongs to the GTF7P model on the UK page; model codes and 5G bands can differ in other markets. The Pixel 9 and Pixel 10a are separate models.

Apple iPhone 15 Pro: 6.1-inch iPhone 15 Pro (A2848, A2849 and regional models); 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB and 1 TB; Black, White, Blue and Natural Titanium. The 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Pro Max is a separate model with a different telephoto and battery.

Specification	Google Pixel 9a	Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Release year	2025	2023
Display	6.3-inch (160 mm) Actua pOLED; 1080 × 2424, 422 ppi; 60–120 Hz Smooth Display; 1,800 nits HDR, 2,700 nits peak Smooth Display switches between 60 and 120 Hz depending on content, so scrolling is smooth and static screens save power. 2,700 nits is the peak for a small area; the full-screen HDR figure is 1,800 nits. Google	6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED; 2556 × 1179 pixels, 460 ppi; Dynamic Island On OLED each pixel emits its own light, so blacks turn fully off; typical contrast is listed as 2,000,000:1. Apple
Cover glass	Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Gorilla Glass 3 is an older Corning glass generation; the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro use the newer Victus 2. Google	—
Processor	Google Tensor G4; Titan M2 security coprocessor Titan M2 handles sensitive tasks such as passcodes, lock screen and boot verification on a chip separate from the main processor. Google	A17 Pro; 6-core CPU (2 performance, 4 efficiency), 6-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine Apple
Memory and storage	8 GB RAM; 128 or 256 GB There is no microSD slot; storage is chosen at purchase. Google	—
Rear cameras	48 MP wide (ƒ/1.7, 1/2-inch, Quad PD, OIS + EIS); 13 MP ultrawide (ƒ/2.2, 120°); Super Res Zoom up to 8x There is no telephoto camera; 8x zoom is done in software and optical quality is given only at 0.5x and 1x. Google	—
Video	Rear 4K 30/60 fps; front 4K 30 fps; slow motion up to 240 fps Google	4K at 24/25/30/60 fps; Dolby Vision HDR up to 4K 60 fps; ProRes 4K 60 fps (with external recording); Log video; spatial video at 1080p 30 fps ProRes 4K at 60 fps requires recording to external storage over USB-C. Log records a flat profile for colour grading. Apple
Front camera	13 MP (ƒ/2.2, 96.1°) Google	—
Battery and charging	5,100 mAh (typical), 5,000 mAh minimum; fast wired charging; Qi-certified wireless charging No charger is included, only a USB-C cable (USB 2.0). Google	Up to 23 hours video playback, 20 hours streamed; about 50% in 30 minutes with a 20 W adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 15 W, Qi 7.5 W No adapter is included. Qi2 is a wireless charging standard with magnetic alignment like MagSafe. Apple
Durability	IP68; matte composite back, satin metal frame IP68 describes dust-tightness and water resistance under defined conditions; liquid damage is usually not covered by warranty. Google	IP68 (IEC 60529, up to 6 m for 30 minutes); titanium frame, Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back Apple
Software	Launched with Android 15; seven years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates Google	—
Connectivity	5G Sub-6; Wi-Fi 6E (2x2 MIMO); Bluetooth 5.3; NFC; GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS; USB-C 3.2 This model has no mmWave 5G; Sub-6 bands can differ between regional model codes. Google	5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, second-generation Ultra Wideband, Thread, NFC mmWave support varies by region. Thread is for low-power networking with smart home devices. Apple
SIM	Nano SIM + eSIM (dual SIM) Google	Dual eSIM on US models (no physical SIM); SIM tray plus eSIM on models for other markets Apple
Unlocking	Under-display fingerprint and face unlock Google	—
Audio	Stereo speakers; two microphones Google	—
Size and weight	154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm; 186 g Google	146.6 × 70.6 × 8.25 mm; 187 g Apple
Colours	Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony Google	—
Refresh rate	—	ProMotion adaptive up to 120 Hz; Always-On display The panel rises to 120 Hz when scrolling and gaming and drops its rate for static content to save power, which lets the lock screen stay on. Apple
Brightness	—	1000 nits typical, 1600 nits HDR peak, 2000 nits outdoor peak The outdoor figure is used only briefly in strong sunlight; normal use sits around 1000 nits. Apple
Storage	—	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB Apple
Main camera	—	48 MP, 24 mm, ƒ/1.78; second-generation sensor-shift OIS; 24 MP and 48 MP photos Sensor-shift stabilisation moves the sensor rather than the lens to counter hand shake; the default capture is 24 MP. Apple
Telephoto and ultra wide	—	12 MP 3× telephoto (77 mm, ƒ/2.8, OIS); 12 MP ultra wide (13 mm, ƒ/2.2, 120°); 2× (48 mm) option from the main sensor The 2× image is taken from the centre of the 48 MP sensor; the 15× digital zoom is not optical. Apple
USB-C	—	USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s; DisplayPort video out up to 4K HDR (with a compatible adapter) 10 Gb/s needs a USB 3 cable; the 1 m cable in the box is a charge cable and does not guarantee that speed. Apple
Location	—	Dual-frequency GPS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou, NavIC); digital compass Receiving satellite signals on two frequencies helps reduce position drift between tall buildings. Apple
Action button	—	Assignable to Silent mode, Focus, Camera, Flashlight, Voice Memo, Translate, Magnifier, Shortcut or Accessibility It replaces the old mute switch; pressing and holding runs the chosen function. Apple
In the box	—	iPhone, 1 m USB-C Charge Cable, documentation; no adapter or earphones Apple