Leaked renders of the Pixel 9a suggest that the rear camera module is flat instead of the iconic viewfinder

The Google Pixel 9 series, which includes four models – Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold – debuted last month. The Pixel 9a is expected to join the family as the latest mid-range addition. Ahead of the official confirmation, a set of computer-aided design (CAD) renders of the upcoming Pixel phone have appeared online. They show a significant change in the back panel. The Pixel 9a is expected to ship with Android 15 and Tensor G4 processor.

Leaks in the design of Pixel 9a with Flush cameras

Android Headlines obtained photos of the unannounced Pixel 9a in cooperation with famous tipster OnLeaks. The CAD-based renders of the phone do not include the camera strap or iconic viewfinder, but rather the cameras are flush with the back panel. Instead of the typical viewfinder, the pill-shaped module covers two camera sensors.

The leaked design of the Pixel 9a resembles the LG V60 ThinQ. The Pixel phone appears to have noticeable but uniform side bezels and flat edges. The rest of the phone looks similar to other Pixel 9 phones.

Leaked CAD render of Pixel 9a
Photo credit: Android Headlines

The Pixel 9a will reportedly debut with Android 15 and receive seven years of updates, just like its predecessor. The rollout of the latest operating system is expected to begin on October 15. The report notes that this could be the last Google device to feature a Samsung-designed Tensor chip, as Google plans to use TSMC in future processors in 2025.

The rest of the specifications of the Pixel 9a are expected to be similar to the Pixel 8a. The latter has a 6.1-inch display, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB storage, a 4,492 mAh battery and support for 18 W fast wired charging. Pixel 8a has a Tensor G3 SoC under the hood, but the upcoming model will receive a Tensor G4 chipset .

Google Pixel 8a price in India is Rs. 52,999 for the 128GB variant. This was announced in the first week of May. The official launch of the Pixel 9a is expected to take place at the same time next year.