
The Pixel 9a is Google’s latest mid-range A-series phone, introducing a refreshed design while retaining the signature Pixel camera bar. It brings several upgrades over last year’s Pixel 8a, including a handful of new AI-powered features. But is it a meaningful step up from the 8a? And does it have what it takes to stand out as one of 2025’s best mid-range phones? Let’s find out.