I put the iPhone 16e’s camera to the test against the Pixel 8a. It wasn’t even close because the iPhone 16e won by a landslide, which I suspected given how it was the newer phone. But now that the Pixel 9a is finally here,

I'm glad Apple is investing in mid-range iPhones, but Google's Pixel 9a offers better value in almost every single way

When comparing camera layouts, the Pixel 9a stands out with a flush camera design, creating a smoother and more uniform back panel. The iPhone 16e, however, features a protruding camera module, which some users may find less convenient, especially when placing the phone on flat surfaces.