Comparison of the iPhone 16e and the upcoming Pixel 9a: What to choose?
Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 16e, which will go on sale next week. The price starts at $599, which makes it more expensive than expected.
The Google Pixel 9a is rumoured to be a direct competitor to the iPhone 16e and may offer better specs for a lower price when it officially launches in March.
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On paper, the Pixel 9a has two main advantages over the iPhone 16e. Firstly, the 120Hz OLED display is not only twice as fast, but also brighter, with a maximum brightness of 1,800 nits and a peak HDR brightness of 2,700 nits. Secondly, Google has a 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera, which is not available on the iPhone 16e.
Both smartphones are waterproof and support charging via USB-C or wireless Qi. It's important to note that the iPhone 16e can be unlocked with Face ID 3D facial recognition, while the Pixel 9a has a fingerprint sensor built into the display.
Nevertheless, the iPhone 16e has its advantages. It is made of aluminium and glass, which gives it a more expensive look, unlike the plastic body of the Pixel 9a. In addition, Apple's A18 processor is about 72% faster than Google's Tensor G4 in terms of performance.
Ultimately, the choice between the iPhone 16e and the Google Pixel 9a is likely to come down to preferences in operating system choice. Buyers who can work with Android or iOS will face a difficult choice between the superior performance of the iPhone 16e and the significantly better display and additional camera of the Pixel 9a.