Google Pixel 9a flashed in Geekbench and AnTuTu tests: what is known about the performance
By ForGeeks The Google Pixel 9a is still a little while away from its official announcement, but the smartphone has already appeared in popular benchmarks Geekbench and AnTuTu. Judging by the results, the device demonstrates decent performance and even outperforms one of the main competitors – Samsung Galaxy A56.
Test results: Pixel 9a vs. the competition
According to insider Sahil Karoul, the Pixel 9a, equipped with the Tensor G4 chipset, performed as follows:
- Geekbench 6.
- Single-core test: 1,530
- Multicore test: 3,344
- AnTuTu.
- Total score: 1,049,844
- CPU: 260,567
- GPU: 434,441
- Geekbench 6: 1,364 (single-core) and 3,899 (multi-core)
- AnTuTu: 908,689
In comparison, the flagship Pixel 9 scores an average of 1,925 and 5,674 in Geekbench’s single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. However, it’s important to keep in mind that the Pixel 9a was tested on pre-release software and is also likely equipped with simpler cooling, which could explain the difference in scores.
When it comes to competitors, the Samsung Galaxy A56, which is in the same price range, scores:
The Pixel 9a thus outperforms the Galaxy A56 in terms of total performance, which could be an important factor when choosing a device.
Is this enough for real-world use?”
Despite the promising results, it’s worth considering the nuances of Google’s Tensor chipsets. In past generations, they were inferior to Qualcomm’s processors, both in terms of power and energy efficiency.
Benchmarks don’t show how long a smartphone can hold performance without overheating. For example, can you game for more than a few minutes or shoot video in 4K 60fps without trotting? There are no answers yet, but this point could be a key drawback.
When to expect more information?”
Google has yet to reveal a release date for the Pixel 9a, but more leaks should emerge in the coming weeks. The smartphone is expected to be officially unveiled in May 2025 at the Google I/O conference.
Will optimization and clever cooling make up for any potential shortcomings? We’ll find out closer to launch.
