The Best Smartphones of 2025: Google Pixel 9a XL (part 4)
As part of EbookParrot.Com next deep dive into 2025’s hottest smartphones, we’re turning the spotlight on the Google Pixel 9a XL, and trust us, this one’s worth a closer look. The Pixel 9a could be in the lower price segment; however, this price range is not what it seems to be. It is the flagship that offers features at a halfway price, and is quite in line with the most prudent purchase of the year.
- Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- OnePlus 13.
- Google Pixel 9a OR 9PRO.
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7.
- Huawei Mate 70.
“Comparison Table”
| Phone | Display Size | SoC | RAM/Storage | Battery | Cameras | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | 6.9″ OLED | A18 Pro | 8 GB / up to 1 TB | Excellent | 48+48+12 MP (5× zoom) | Creators, Apple fans |
| Galaxy S25 Ultra | 6.9″ AMOLED | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy | 12 GB / 256 GB+ | Excellent | 200 MP main + telephoto | Android powerhouse & stylus users |
| OnePlus 13 | 6.82″ AMOLED | Snapdragon 8 Elite | 12–24 GB / to 1 TB | 6000 mAh | Triple 50 MP with/ periscope | Performance & battery enthusiasts |
| Pixel 9a | 6.3″ OLED | Google Tensor G4 | 8 GB / 128–256 GB | 5100 mAh | 48 MP main + ultrawide | Camera + AI lovers on a budget |
| Nothing Phone 3a Pro | 6.77″ AMOLED | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | 8–12 GB / 128–256 GB | 5000 mAh | 50 MP main + telephoto | Style-focused users |
| Galaxy Z Fold 7 | 8″ inner + 6.5″ out | Snapdragon 8 Elite | up to 16 GB / 1 TB | 4400 mAh | 200 MP main + ultrawide | Power users who multitask |
| Galaxy Z Flip 7 | 6.9″ + 4.1″ cover | Exynos 2500 | – | 4300 mAh | 50 + 12 MP dual | Fashion-forward compact foldable |
| Huawei Mate 70 (China) | 6.9″ (?) | Kirin 9010/9020 | 12–16 GB / to 1 TB | 5300–5700 mAh | 50+12+40 MP high-end optics | China-based users wanting a flagship |
Google Pixel 9a, 9 PRO XL: Budget-Friendly, But Smarter Than Ever
The Reason Why Google Pixel 9 Series May Be Better Than the iPhone. The Pixel 9 series is the most recent launch by Google, which happened two days ago in the tech world! I may not be as exaggerated as to state that an Android phone may perform better than an iPhone in all major aspects, but I can say that for the first time, it is a possibility.
Lineup: Four new Devices
- Pixel 9
- Pixel 9-Pro
- Pixel 9 Pro XL Plus
- Pro Fold (or as it is also known, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, yes… it folds! )
They also introduced a new Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds 2.
AI, Software, and Why Not to Disregard
AI and software innovation were the highlights of the occasion, and Google was at the forefront, taking approximately 30 minutes to describe the AI system. On personal reflection, I would have reduced the length of explanations and demonstrated the features more clearly; however, you could drown people in the technicalities.
Machine Learning is at the Center of Everything
Google has underlined that all chips and software layers are developed with AI at their core. That is massive, as AI ceased to be a feature and became part of the DNA.
Greetings, meet Gemini Life: A contextual AI assistant in the real sense
- It is a game changer; it is a voice assistant that has context. Imagine it as your digital assistant and he/she.
- Go through your emails.
- Listen to your videos, and escape with the blue car in this clip.
- Interpret things in communication, and do it on your behalf.
- It is not a copycat Siri with the smarts of ChatGPT. It is an AI ship being driven by its own Gemini model used by Google.
- Extras That Feel Premium
A few of them are: Contextual screenshot search: take a screenshot and the important details will be automatically identified (phone numbers, texts, etc). What is the need for a separate screenshot app? Beats me. It would be enough to have a gallery integration. Satellite SOS: Just as introduced earlier, the iPhone, Pixel 9 also have satellite emergency calling, which does not require a SIM card. Although it was introduced by Apple first, this time, this will be implemented on Android, and in that segment, Pixel is technically the first Android device to have it.
Hardware
Performance/ RAM where it matters. Hardware: Every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date MSGs. However, it is well known that important issues post-recall and before the actual drop date are brought to the attention of the company.
All the models are powered by the New Tensor G4 chipset. It may lack the speed of the newest Snapdragon, but it is fast enough to use in everyday life and is made to work with artificial intelligence.
Interestingly, the entry-level Pixel 9 ($799) is still stocked with 12 GB of RAM, with premium versions carrying 16 GB as well, indicating the AI-powered needs in multitasking.
Cameras: The AI Advantage to Creator
- Pro and Pro XL have the amazing camera system.
- Rear sensors:50 MP +48 MP, AI real photos.
- Front camera 42 MP-that is big news to vloggers.
- With AI, Video Upscaling is used to convert footage that was shot in 4K to 8K, and even fixes low-light recordings.
- Another highlight: a fresh development, a new feature: the atomic photo. It enables you to wait as two of your friends come into the picture in one shot- no taking of group pictures anymore. AND Magic Editor can replace objects or the background (change a car into a helicopter). It appears that Google does it faster and better than Samsung.
The other important features include
The new Pixel Watch has automatic emergency calling and measurement of heart rate measurement. The next generation is finally equipped with Gemini, so now you can call your assistant without taking out your phone with Pixel Buds 2.
Is This Going to Beat iPhone?
- I would expect the Pixel 9 to be better in a few aspects compared to the iPhone.
- Artificial intelligence that is well-integrated in apps.
- Personalized camera upgrades for creators. Content creators are a special audience. Camera upgrades. Widely used cameras started to get unique upgrades, which were tailored to content creators. Chiefly used types of cameras began to receive special upgrade features that were specific to the needs of content creators. Widely used cameras.
- Context-aware visual voice assistant.
- Flagship-level hardware.
Here, some Concerns for the Pakistani Market
- Difficulty waiting in stock: Google does not launch Pixel officially in Dubai / Middle East, and therefore the phones come to Pakistan late -many competitors reach Pakistan even before Google Pixel.
- No clarity on AI subscriptions: Gemini Life capabilities are free at the moment, yet Google is not clear whether that will change in the future, and it will cost additional money, or these capabilities will stay Pixel-only.
At the end of the day, the news outlet wasn’t originally created as a powerful message to a select few, a piece of art to the masses, a defence of property, or an instrument of propaganda. It was not supposed to be a method of defined time and place-specific change directed to a chosen audience, but rather a means of supplying some medium or other of information.
Pixel 9 is the most comprehensive Android launch in a long time. And bang, if real AI, muscle-bound camera, and ludicrous software integration are to be your thing, it could well be the year that Android becomes iPhone equal in every respect.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Does Google Pixel 9a come officially in Pakistan?
No, Google Pixel phones are not Announced in Pakistan or Middle East. The majority of the units offered in Pakistan are either imported through grey market or by the local dealers based in Dubai. - What is the key feature in the models of Pixel 9a and 9 Pro?
The main concerns of the Pixel 9 line are the thorough integration with AI, with the new Gemini Life assistant, AI photo editing options, and such features as contextual screenshot search and satellite SOS calling. - What is Gemini Life and how is it not (or will not be in) Google Assistant?
Gemini Life is an upcoming context-aware AI assistant which is capable of comprehending reality. It can pretty much summarize emails, interpret videos, aid in planning and so much more which makes it much smarter than the earlier version of the Google Assistant. - Does the Pixel 9a receive satellite emergency calling?
Yes. Similar to the iPhone, the Pixel 9a is equipped with satellite SOS, which will be operational even when not connected to a SIM card, making it the perfect solution in case of an emergency. - What is the rank of the camera of the Pixel 9a compared to its rivals?
It is complemented by the camera system that has AI-enabled abilities, such as Magic Editor, Atomic Photo, and 4K-to-8K video-resolution scaling. The Pro models having a 42MP camera at the front is a serious add on to the vloggers and creators. - What processor does Pixel 9a and 9 Pro use?
All of them are driven by the Google Tensor G4 chip which is most efficient with AI and multitasking, compared to being really fast. - What is the RAM size of Pixel 9a?
The base phone in the Pixel 9a line comes with 12GB of RAM and the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL comes with up to 16GB, so there should be no problem multitasking and running AI.
