Google, continuing its efforts to increase its market share in the smartphone industry, is set to unveil the affordable Pixel 9a model. Reliable industry sources reveal that the model, which has been making waves with leaks for quite some time, has passed an important milestone. Here are the details!

Google Pixel 9a Appears in the EMVCo Database

The Google Pixel 9a has appeared in the EMVCo database under the GTF7P model number. While the listing confirms that the device will ship with Android 15 out of the box, it doesn’t provide any further information about the technical specifications. However, this development suggests that the device may be announced very soon.

The Google Pixel 9a is expected to be released in mid-March, and a recent report has revealed the pricing details for the device. According to this report, the base model with 128 GB of storage will be priced at $499, the same as its predecessor. The 256 GB version, however, will see a $40 price increase, retailing for $599.

The Pixel 9a will be powered by the Google Tensor G4 processor and will offer 8 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, along with 128 GB and 256 GB UFS 3.1 storage options. It will feature a 6.2-inch OLED display with 2,700 nits peak brightness and 1,800 nits HDR brightness. The camera setup will include a 48 MP f/1.7 main camera, a 13 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 13 MP Sony IMX712 selfie sensor.

The device will be powered by a 5,100 mAh battery that supports 23W wired charging and 7.5W wireless charging. In terms of security, the Titan M2 security chip will provide data protection and secure boot processes. Additionally, the Pixel 9a will be IP68-rated, making it resistant to water and dust.

Leaked images of the Pixel 9a suggest that it will feature a new design approach. The rear panel will have a pill-shaped camera module located in the top-left corner, replacing the horizontal strip found in previous models. No design changes are expected on the front of the device.