The Google Pixel 9a supports up to 23W wired charging and 7.5W wireless charging, which is an improvement over its predecessor, the Pixel 8a, which had 18W wired charging[1][2]. However, compared to other budget smartphones, the Pixel 9a's charging speed is relatively slow. For instance, the OnePlus Nord N30 5G offers 50W wired charging, allowing it to fully recharge in just 55 minutes[6]. This makes the Nord N30 significantly faster than the Pixel 9a in terms of charging speed.
Another budget-friendly option, the Motorola Moto G Power 5G (2024), offers 30W wired charging, which is also faster than the Pixel 9a's 23W[6]. While the Pixel 9a's larger battery capacity of 5,100mAh provides longer battery life, its charging speed lags behind some competitors in the budget segment[7].
In the broader market, there are even faster charging options available, such as the Motorola Edge 50 Pro with 125W charging, though these are typically more expensive and not strictly budget phones[3]. Overall, while the Pixel 9a offers good battery life, its charging speed is not as competitive as some other budget smartphones on the market. However, its price point of $499 and other features like class-leading cameras and software support make it an attractive option for those prioritizing overall value over charging speed[5][8].
Citations:
[1] https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google/how-fast-is-the-google-pixel-9a-charging-speed
[2] https://www.androidauthority.com/pixel-9a-big-battery-fast-charging-3536045/
[3] https://www.phonearena.com/news/Phones-fast-charging-speeds-comparison_id125026
[4] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/google-pixel-9a-vs-pixel-9_id6788
[5] https://www.androidheadlines.com/google-pixel-9a-charging-speed
[6] https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-cheap-phones
[7] https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/specced-to-the-nines-the-pixel-9a-vs-pixel-9-9-pro-and-9-pro-xl/
[8] https://www.wired.com/story/best-cheap-phones/
[9] https://www.pcmag.com/comparisons/google-pixel-9a-vs-pixel-9-whats-the-difference
[10] https://store.google.com/magazine/compare_pixel