Google Pixel 9a DXOMark display and camera results out: here’s the verdict

Published On: 23 Apr, 2025

Google Pixel 9a was launched in March as a cheaper alternative to the flagship Pixel 9 series. It features a redesigned camera module layout, Tensor G4 chipset, and 120Hz OLED display. Days after its announcement, DXOMark, a leading quality evaluation laboratory, published the display and camera test data of the Pixel 9a. Here are the details.

Google Pixel 9a DXOMark display and camera results

Camera

The DXOMark camera test includes various parameters like video, photo, zoom range, and others.
The Google Pixel 9a has managed to score around 153 points in the camera department. It has secured a global rank of 33rd. However, it takes the 1st place in the high-end price segment.
In comparison, the Pixel 9 takes the 10th spot with marginally better 154 points. Huawei Pura 70 Ultra leads the chart with a score of 163.

DXOMark notes that the handset inherits many top-end features of the Pixel 9, thereby offering a flagship-like performance at a slightly cheaper price.
The phone has received DXOMark’s ‘Smart Choice Label‘, which is a benchmark that qualifies devices which deliver superior camera performance for their category.
The camera test finds the Pixel 9a stands out with accurate exposure, solid dynamic range, good colour reproduction and reliable autofocus.
DXOMark notes that while the phone performed well in zoom quality from ultra-wide to short telephoto, the image quality took a hit at longer telephoto settings due to the lack of a dedicated telephoto camera.
The video performance is said to be another positive aspect with fast and accurate autofocus, effective stabilisation and good colour reproduction in daylight conditions.
However, come low-light situations, the camera is said to have struggled with a lack of details, noise, and exposure inconsistencies during motion.
DXOMark notes that the Pixel 9a doesn’t quite match the Pixel 9 in low-light or challenging video conditions.

Display

In the display department, the Google Pixel 9a has secured a score of 155, which is claimed to be the highest in its price segment and places it among the top in our global display ranking.
It has secured 8th position globally. The Galaxy S25 Ultra continues to lead the table with a score of 160.

The display is said to an “excellent choice” for a wide range of use cases like web browsing, video playback and more.
DXOMark notes that the readability was solid in most lighting conditions, and the brightness is said to be adapting to various environments.
The colour rendering is said to be accurate and natural, especially in well-lit conditions. The HDR10 video playback is said to be vibrant and detailed in low-light and indoor conditions.
Lastly, the display’s responsiveness is noted to be fast and accurate with touch interactions.

Google Pixel 9a is currently on sale in India via Flipkart at Rs 49,999 for the single 256GB model. There is a Rs 3,000 instant bank discount via the HDFC bank card. The phone is available in Iris, Obsidian, and Porcelain colours.