Google Pixel 9a leads
by 3 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 9a leads overall versus iPhone 14 Plus. Display: 57 vs 78.7.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Best for users who prioritize performance and build.
Google Pixel 9a
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
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Spec table
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differencePanel Type
HDR Support
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 6.7"Better | 6.3" |
Resolution Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 1284 x 2778Better | 1080 x 2424 |
Refresh Rate Google Pixel 9a leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Google Pixel 9a leads | 1200 nits | 2700 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 457 ppiBetter | 421 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Close match | Yes | Yes |
Display Protection Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | Ceramic Shield glassBetter | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
RAM Google Pixel 9a leads | 6GB | 8GBBetter |
RAM Type Different | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Different | 3.23GHz | 3.1GHz |
CPU Cores Different | 6 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x3.23GHz + 4x1.82GHz | 1x3.1GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.9GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 797976 | 1254417 |
Geekbench (Single) Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 2280Better | 1950 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 5550Better | 4527 |
Storage Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 512GBBetter | 256GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Google Pixel 9a leads | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)Better |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MP7 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Google Pixel 9a leads | 12MP | 48MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Google Pixel 9a leads | 12MP + 12MP | 48MP + 13MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 1/1.7Better | 1/2 |
Rear Aperture Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | f/1.5Better | f/1.7 |
Optical Zoom Close match | None (no telephoto) | None (no telephoto) |
Digital Zoom Different | 5x | 8x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
Front Camera Google Pixel 9a leads | 12MP | 13MPBetter |
Front Sensor Different | 12MP TrueDepth camera with autofocus | 13MP ultrawide |
Front Aperture Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 9a generally outperforms iPhone 14 Plus across key categories. Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) vs Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) This makes Pixel 9a the better choice for most users, though iPhone 14 Plus may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and build. iPhone 14 Plus excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for photographers and content creators. Pixel 9a offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Google Pixel 9a |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 89,320 | ≈ Rs 93,083 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Google Pixel 9a can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Google Pixel 9a scores higher overall once each category is weighted, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Google Pixel 9a is the better choice overall, winning in 3 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Apple iPhone 14 Plus advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 14 Plus advantage), Refresh Rate (Google Pixel 9a advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 9a advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 14 Plus advantage).
Google Pixel 9a delivers better camera performance overall.
Battery life depends on usage. Check capacity, charging speed, and efficiency.
Apple iPhone 14 Plus: non-PTA approximately Rs 89,320; PTA not entered. Google Pixel 9a: non-PTA approximately Rs 93,083; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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