Google Pixel 9a vs Realme 16 5G

80
Beebom Score

67
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3", p-OLED, 120Hz | 6.57", AMOLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+13MP/13MP (Front) | 50MP+2MP/50MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5100mAh, 23W | 7000mAh, 60W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery |
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General
| Colors | Iris, Porcelain, Obsidian | Air White, Air Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 19, 2025 | April 02, 2026 | ||
| Availability | April 16, 2025 | April 06, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹49,999 | ₹31,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Type | p-OLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.57 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2424 pixels | 2372 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.8:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 422.2 ppi | 397 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2700 nits | 4200 nits |
Body
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Weight | 186 grams | 183 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 3 | Dragontrail Glass | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | DT-Star2 Plus | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Tensor G4 | Dimensity 6400 Turbo | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G715 MP7 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 13 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Monochrome | ||
| Features | Best Take, Digital zoom, Dual LED Flash, Long Exposure, Macro Mode, Night mode, panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Portrait mode, Slow-Mo, Ultra HDR | Cinematic Mode, Dual View, EIS, Google Lens, Hi-Res Mode, Night mode, OIS, panorama, Portrait mode, Slow Motion, Time Lapse | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | Cinematic mode, gyro-EIS, OIS, Slow Motion, Stereo Sound Recording, Time-lapse Video | Cinematic mode, Dual Video, EIS, OIS, Slow Motion, Time-lapse Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Google Android | Realme UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 7 year(s) | 3 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Assistant, Best Take, Call assist, Circle to Search, Gemini Live, Live Translate, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Portrait Blur/Unblur, Portrait Light | AI Edit Genie, AI Eraser, AI Instant Clip, AI Photo Editing, AI Portrait, AI Portrait Glow, AI Unblur, NEXT AI |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Ultrawide | Wide | ||
| Features | HdR, Night mode, panorama, Portrait Mode, Pro Mode (long exposure) | Dual--view Video, Night mode, panorama, Portrait, Screen flash, Time Lapse | ||
| Video | 1080@30fps, 4k@30fps | Dual Video, Time Lapse |
Battery
Winner:Realme 16 5G
| Capacity | 5100 mAh | 7000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | |||
| Charging Speed | 23 W | 60 W |
Memory
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM) | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, EDGE, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE, UMTS | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Google Pixel 9a
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | Beidou, Galileo, Glonass, GNSS, GPS, Navic, QZSS | Beidou, Galileo, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer, Color Temperature Sensor, Gyroscope, Infrared Sensor, Magnetometer Sensor, Proximity Sensor |














