Pixel 9a teardown raises big red flags over water resistance and battery repairability

The phone's 5,100mAh battery is almost impossible to pluck out, posing serious repairs risks.

May 14, 2025 - 09:22

Pixel 9a teardown raises big red flags over water resistance and battery repairability

A teardown by YouTube channel JerryRigEverything shows that the Pixel 9a’s battery is a nightmare to repair.
The video also highlights potential issues with the device’s dust and water resistance.

The recently released Google Pixel 9a is under fire following YouTube channel JerryRigEverything’s famous durability test. The teardown highlights potential issues with the device’s water resistance and major problems when it comes to battery repairability.

In the teardown video, the YouTuber observes that the mesh covering the rather wide speaker grille of the Pixel 9a can be hampered and dislodged relatively easily while cleaning. This raises concerns about the integrity of the phone’s IP68 water and dust protection rating. A compromised speaker mesh could potentially allow water and dust to enter the cavity, compromising the device’s durability.