Pixel 9 vs Pixel 7a size
The Pixel 9 measures 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm and the Pixel 7a measures 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm. The Pixel 9 and Pixel 7a take up almost exactly the same space in your hand.
- Pixel 9198 g152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm
- Pixel 7a193.5 g152 x 72.9 x 9 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Pixel 9 measures up
| Spec | Pixel 9 | Pixel 7a | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 152.8 mm 6.02 in | 152 mm 5.98 in | +0.8 mm (+0.5%) |
| Width | 72 mm 2.83 in | 72.9 mm 2.87 in | -0.9 mm (-1.2%) |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm 0.33 in | 9 mm 0.35 in | -0.5 mm (-5.6%) |
| Weight | 198 g 7.0 oz | 193.5 g 6.8 oz | +4.5 g (+2.3%) |
| Screen | 6.3 in | 6.1 in | +0.2 in (+3.3%) |
| Front footprint | 110 cm² | 110.8 cm² | -0.8 cm² (-0.7%) |
What the difference feels like
The two are within 0.9 mm of each other in width, which is the measurement your grip notices most, so they should feel close to the same in the hand.
Height is almost identical, so they sit the same in a pocket.
The Pixel 7a is 0.5 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
Common questions
Is the Pixel 9 bigger than the Pixel 7a?
The Pixel 9 and Pixel 7a take up almost exactly the same space in your hand. Height differs by 0.8 mm and width by 0.9 mm.
Will a Pixel 7a case fit the Pixel 9?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 0.8 mm in height and 0.9 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Pixel 9.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Pixel 9, because it is 0.9 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- Pixel 9: manufacturer spec page
- Pixel 7a: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Pixel 9 and Pixel 7a.