The Google Pixel 9a does enough to question spending more
Enough of the core experience

I’m impressed by the Google Pixel 9a. It’s Google’s most well-rounded A-series phone to date, and it provides enough of the Pixel experience customers like for only $500. It’s not perfect and carries many of the limitations of other midrange devices, but it’s one of the most complete smartphones I’ve used for under $500. It’s the best example of why you don’t need to spend over $1,000 to get a fantastic phone.