Like the recent Pixel 9, according to Android Authority, the Pixel 9a is expected to be powered by the same Tensor G4 chipset — albeit with a minor catch. While the processing grunt is expected to be the same, it won’t use the same Exynos Modem 5400, instead opting for the 5300 seen on the Pixel 8 series.

Google appears to be shifting its Pixel release schedule, with the Pixel 9a potentially arriving earlier than expected in 2025.

The new March launch window could become the permanent release schedule for the Pixel a-series, meaning the Pixel 10a might launch in March 2026. The report

Google is reportedly moving up the Pixel 9a launch date and it could set a new trend for all future Pixels to come.