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Im not being flip or over-exaggerating with that statement.

So right off the bat the Pixel should have a size advantage over Apple’s phone.

Google Pixel 9a render

But the more important leaked spec is the 2,700 nits of rated screen brightness for the new Pixel.

That’s in a different league than the iPhone 16e’s max brightness of 1,200 nits.

That’s not necessarily a shock, as the currentPixel 8ahas a two-camera setup as well.

Google Pixel 9a renders

120Hz refresh rate

How long can Apple really claim that a 120Hz display is a pro feature?

I’d argue that we’re long past that point.

Even scrolling the web will look and feel better.

Pixel 9a hands on

That’s not a typo.

By comparison, the iPhone 16e has a 3,961 mAh battery based on teardowns of the new phone.

In our own battery testing, the iPhone 16e averaged 12 hours and 41 minutes.

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More color options (and no camera bump?)

In fact, theleaked Pixel 9a imagesmake it look like there’s barely a bump at all.

The iPhone 16e comes in only black and white.

Renders of the Pixel 9a

Cheaper price

Here’s the kicker.

The Google PIxel 9a price is expected to remain at $499.

Pixel 9a vs iPhone 16e composite image.

iPhone 16e vs Pixel 9a

Pixel 9a vs iPhone 16e.

close-up on cameras in a leaked Google Pixel 9a render

Pixel 9a vs iPhone 16e.

iPhone 17 and Pixel 10 renders side by side

google pixel 9a and google pixel 8a in white and black side by side

Google Pixel 9a held in the hand.

Pixel 9a in case held in hand.

Google Pixel 9a held in the hand.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold held in the hand.

Google Pixel 9a held in the hand.

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iPhone 16 colors hands-on.

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iOS 16 Fitness app on an iPhone 12

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