Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) vs iPhone 16: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 16 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 71.7/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head

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Google · 2025

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

71/ 100

Launch price$499

Apple · 2024

iPhone 16

72/ 100

Launch price$799

Head-to-head

iPhone 16 wins 2 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

2 wins

iPhone 16

2 wins

At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)iPhone 16

Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

SpeedTie
80
80
CameraiPhone 16
60
82
VideoNot enough data
SelfieTie
60
60
BatteryGoogle Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)
86
58
DisplayiPhone 16
62
64
ConnectivityGoogle Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)
88
83
SecurityTie
100
100
ValueTie
68
68

Key differences

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) has the bigger battery5,100 mAh vs 3,561 mAh
Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) charges faster23W vs 20W
Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) has the bigger screen6.3" vs 6.1"
iPhone 16 is lighter170 g vs 185.9 g
Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) launched cheaper$499 vs $799
Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) has a sharper selfie camera13 MP vs 12 MP
iPhone 16 has the faster chipApple A18 vs Google Tensor G4
iPhone 16 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6E

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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

✓$300 cheaper at launch ($499 vs $799)
✓Bigger 5,100 mAh battery (+1,539 mAh)
✓48 MP main camera

Reasons to buy iPhone 16

✓15.900000000000006 g lighter (170 g), easier to hold
✓48 MP main camera
✓6.1" display at 60 Hz

Full specifications

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Specification	Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)	iPhone 16
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Wins Display
Screen type	AM-OLED display	Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size	6.3"	6.1"
Resolution & Density	1080x2424 (421 ppi)	2556x1179 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	60 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	2,700 nits peak	2,000 nits peak
Screen Protection	Not listed	Not listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / Processor	Google Tensor G4 (4nm)	Apple A18 (3nm)
CPU Cores	Not listed	Not listed
GPU Graphics	Mali-G715 MP7	Apple GPU (5-core)
Operating System	Android 15	iOS 18
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB	128GB / 256GB / 512GB
Storage Speed	Not listed	Not listed
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Wins Camera
Primary Camera	48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN3	48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony IMX
Telephoto Zoom	None (digital zoom only)	None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	13 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video
Main Camera Video	Not listed	Not listed
Front Video	Not listed	Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	13 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 16 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm	147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm
Weight	185.9 g	170 g
Build Materials	Not listed	Not listed
SIM Type	Not listed	Not listed
Water Resistance	IP68	IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	5,100 mAh	3,561 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	23W wired fast charging	20W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	7W wireless charging	25W wireless charging
Reverse Charging	Not listed	Not listed
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Not listed	Not listed
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth	5.3	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB-C 2.0
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Not listed	Not listed
Satellite Features	Not listed	Not listed
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Not listed	Not listed
Launch Price	$499	$799

Our verdict

iPhone 16 wins — BeastScore 71.7/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 16 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 71.7 vs top rival 71.4 and Lighter body: 170g (16g lighter in hand).

Buy Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+1,539 mAh more) · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz

Buy iPhone 16 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 71.7 vs top rival 71.4 · Lighter body: 170g (16g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) or iPhone 16?

iPhone 16 leads with an overall BeastScore of 71.7/100 compared to Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) (71.4/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 71.7 vs top rival 71.4 and Lighter body: 170g (16g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) and iPhone 16?

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) has a 6.3-inch display and 5100 mAh battery. iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch display and 3561 mAh battery.

How do Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) and iPhone 16 compare for speed?

Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) scores 80/100 for performance; iPhone 16 scores 80/100.

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Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu)

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iPhone 16 wins 2 of 8 categories

Why buy each phone

Full specifications

iPhone 16 wins — BeastScore 71.7/100

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What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 9a 5G TD-LTE 128GB JP G3Y12 (Google Tegu) and iPhone 16?

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