Google Pixel 9a shown in new leak showcasing its camera capabilities

A new leak of 's upcoming Pixel 9a has surfaced, showing the budget smartphone's camera system in action during a Lucha Libre wrestling match. The video, posted to YouTube Shorts, provides the clearest look yet at the phone expected to launch on March 26.
The footage confirms the Pixel 9a's minimalist design, featuring a small, oval-shaped camera island on the rear that sits nearly flush with the phone's body. The leaked unit appears in Google's "Obsidian" colorway, a dark gray/black finish.
According to multiple sources, the Pixel 9a will feature a 48MP main camera paired with a 13MP ultrawide sensor. The video demonstrates various focal lengths and includes selfie footage, suggesting camera performance consistent with Google's computational photography standards despite the sub-$500 price point.

The phone is expected to run on Google's Tensor G4 processor—the same chip powering the flagship Pixel 9 series—paired with 8GB of RAM and storage options of 128GB or 256GB. A 6.28-inch FHD+ OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and 2,700-nit peak brightness is anticipated, along with a substantial 5,100mAh battery.
The Pixel 9a will join Google's expanding lineup as the fifth Pixel 9 model, following the base Pixel 9, two Pixel 9 Pro variants, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Positioned as Google's most affordable 2025 smartphone, the 9a is expected to maintain key Pixel features while hitting a more accessible price point.
Previous leaks have already revealed all four color options and official case designs for the device. With the official announcement reportedly just two weeks away, this hands-on video provides further confirmation of the Pixel 9a's final design and camera capabilities.