Apple iPhone 15 vs Google Pixel 9a
Key Specifications
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Google Tensor G4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 60 Hz | 6.3", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+12MP/12MP | 48MP+13MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 5100 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | Google Tensor G4 | ||
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 60 Hz | 6.3", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+12MP/12MP | 48MP+13MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 3349 mAh | 5100 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Battery | Performance, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality, Main Camera, Display and Multimedia | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Battery | Performance, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality, Main Camera, Display and Multimedia |
General
| Colors | Blue, Pink, Yellow, Green, Black | Iris, Porcelain, Obsidian | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 12, 2023 | March 19, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 22, 2023 | April 16, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹79,900 | ₹49,999 | ||
| Colors | Blue, Pink, Yellow, Green, Black | Iris, Porcelain, Obsidian | ||
| Launch | September 12, 2023 | March 19, 2025 | ||
| Availability | September 22, 2023 | April 16, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹79,900 | ₹49,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10 | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.3 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1179 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2256 pixels | 2424 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 461 ppi | 422 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 2700 nits | ||
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10 | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.3 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1179 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2256 pixels | 2424 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 461 ppi | 422 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 2700 nits |
Body
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Weight | 171 grams | 185.9 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 171 grams | 185.9 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Apple iPhone 15
| Chipset Brand | Apple | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | A16 Bionic | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | iOS | Android | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year | 7 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | Apple | |||
| Chipset Name | A16 Bionic | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | iOS | Android | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year | 7 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra HDR | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | Cinematic mode, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), HDR, Stereo Sound Recording | gyro-EIS, OIS | ||
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra HDR | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | Cinematic mode, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), HDR, Stereo Sound Recording | gyro-EIS, OIS |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Face Unlock, HDR, Night Mode | Auto-HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, Cinematic Mode (4k@30fps), gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Face Unlock, HDR, Night Mode | Auto-HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, Cinematic Mode (4k@30fps), gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Apple iPhone 15
| Capacity | 3349 mAh | 5100 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 27 w | 23 w | ||
| Capacity | 3349 mAh | 5100 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 27 w | 23 w |
Memory
Winner:Apple iPhone 15
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | NvMe | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Storage type | NvMe | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | |||
| AI Features | Best Take, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | |||
| AI Features | Best Take, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur |
