Google simply launched the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Professional, Pixel 9 Professional XL, and Pixel 9 Professional Fold, all powered by the identical Tensor G4 chipset. The one one lacking within the household is the upcoming Pixel 9a, probably the most reasonably priced choice of the bunch, which is now rumored to reach between March and Might subsequent yr.
The Pixel 9a will, in accordance with a brand new report, use the Tensor G4 SoC as properly, however with an unlucky twist. It will likely be paired with the Exynos 5300 modem, not the brand new 5400 mannequin that’s inside the opposite Pixel 9 gadgets and runs cooler and extra effectively.
Google Pixel 8a
This implies satellite tv for pc connectivity will not be a characteristic for the Pixel 9a, and it additionally may imply that community efficiency typically will not be on par with what the opposite Pixel 9 fashions can ship with their newer modem. That is the value you may have to pay for the relative affordability of the 9a, it appears.
This has been rumored as soon as earlier than, so it is wanting extra doubtless now that the data has seemingly been ‘confirmed’ by this new rumor. There’s one other tidbit to take note of – whereas the Tensor G4 chip is identical, the plastic bundle differs, with the Pixel 9a getting a thicker and warmer – but additionally cheaper – model.
