Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB) vs Motorola IronRock (XT626)

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Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola IronRock phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

5/28/2025 4:14 PM, updated: 5/28/2025 5:33 PM

Compare Motorola IronRock X Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB) 36Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.3"
POLED

1080x2424

48
MP

13mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5100
mAh

(Non removable)

05Points Motorola IronRock (XT626) Compare Google Pixel 9a X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.3"
TFT

540x960

8
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Single-core

1880
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

36 Advantages Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	vs	5 Advantages Motorola IronRock (XT626)
+3.1GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.2GHz 32bit Single-core
+8GB LPDDR5X7 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1GB LPDDR2
+128GB (101GB available)100 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	4GB (1GB available)
+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)24% Thinner	vs	11 millimeters (0.43 inches)
+P-OLEDAdvantage P-OLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+1080x2424 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen	vs	540x960 pixels
+421 PPI64% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	256 PPI
+6.3"47% Larger screen	vs	4.3"
+(dual camera) 48MP + 13MP7 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	LED flash
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 13MP9 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 1.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	HD (1280x720)
+Android 15Advantage Android 15 is newer and safer	vs	Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread
+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps416 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5100 mAh171% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1880 mAh
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	2.1 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
186 grams (6.51 ounces)	vs	+165 grams (5.78 ounces)13% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

10 Common items in both devices

16 million

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

Proximity sensor

+3 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
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Model	Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	IronRock (XT626)
Other model names	Google Pixel 9a GXQ96	Nextel Motorola Iron Rock XT626, Motorola Double V
Country or region available	USA	(Global, International), (Latin America), Brazil
Brand	Google	Motorola
Release date	4/10/2025, Announced: 3/19/2025	7/1/2012
Depth	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	11 millimeters (0.43 inches)
Size (width x height)	73.3 x 154.7 millimeters (2.89 x 6.09 in)	67 x 127.9 millimeters (2.64 x 5.04 in)
Weight	186 grams (6.51 ounces)	165 grams (5.78 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	Not supported
📲 Display
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Display type	P-OLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	6.3" inches	4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~83.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~59.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2424 pixels (20:9)	540x960 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	421 PPI	256 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Not supported
Refresh rate	120Hz	feature not registered
Display features	2700nits[peak] HDR8 Always-On Display	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
System version	Android 15	Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Chipset	64bit: Google Tensor G4 (4nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255T (45nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 3.1GHz ARM Cortex-X4 (Single-core) 3x 2.6GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Triple-core) 4x 1.92GHz ARM Cortex-A520 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1.2GHz Scorpion (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-G715 MP7 (940MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 205
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 1030262 (v10)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
RAM memory	8GB LPDDR5X	1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	128GB (101GB available) UFS 3.1	4GB (1GB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM	2 slots (Dual-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3000/1024 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Dual-Band 800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 41, 48) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	iDEN 800
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 41, 48) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	iDEN
📷 Camera
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 48 megapixels 13MP ultrawide f/2.2120°1/3.1"1.12µm	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8000x6000 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	HD (1280x720)
Flash	Dual-LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.7 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	25mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	4K@30/60fps 1080p@30/60/120/240fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Front camera (secondary)	13 megapixels	1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	20mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3.1" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, AAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
USB	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Micro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth	5.3 + A2DP/LE	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	feature not registered	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BF6X
Battery capacity	5100 mAh	1880 mAh
Charger, watts	23W Wired fast charging USB Power Delivery 3.0	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	7.5W Qi wireless charging	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	4 hours
Standby	feature not registered	192 hours (8 days)
➕ Other features
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony • Google Cast	• Colors: Black • 2GB or 8GB microSD included • Quickoffice • Push-to-Talk (PTT) • HAC M3/T3 • VPN IPSec • Digital compass • WiFi hotspot • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Google Pixel 9a (GXQ96 128GB)	Motorola IronRock (XT626)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.99W/kg (head), 1.39W/kg (body)	feature not registered