The Google Pixel 9 series with four models — Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold — debuted last month. The Pixel 9a is now expected to join the family as the latest mid-range addition. Ahead of any official confirmation, a set of computer-aided design (CAD) renders of the upcoming Pixel phone have surfaced online. They show a significant change to its previous panel. The Pixel 9a is expected to ship with Android 15 and Tensor G4 processor.
Pixel 9a design leaks with flash cameras
Android has the headlines. received Unannounced Pixel 9a images courtesy of prominent tipster OnLeaks. The CAD-based renders of the phone don’t have a camera bar or the iconic visor, but the cameras are flush with the back panel. Instead of the signature visor, the pill-shaped module covers the two camera sensors.
The leaked design of the Pixel 9a is similar to the LG V60 ThinQ. The Pixel phone appears to have prominent but uniform side bezels and flat edges. The rest of the phone looks similar to other Pixel 9 phones.
The Pixel 9a will reportedly debut with Android 15 and will receive seven years of updates like its predecessor. The latest operating system is expected to launch on October 15. The report suggests that this could be the last Google device to feature a Samsung-designed Tensor chip as Google will use TSMC for future processors in 2025.
The rest of the specifications of the Pixel 9a will be similar to the Pixel 8a. The latter includes a 6.1-inch display, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, a 4,492mAh battery and 18W wired fast charging support. The Pixel 8a has a Tensor G3 SoC under the hood but the upcoming model will get a Tensor G4 chipset.
Google Pixel 8a price in India is Rs. 52,999 for the 128GB variant. It was announced in the first week of May. The Pixel 9a is also expected to go official around the same time next year.