With the Google Pixel 4a finally revealed, attention has turned to the upcoming Pixel phones, specifically the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5. Google has confirmed the existence of both devices and the fact that they will appear in the fall, but rumors of new displays have shed light on what to expect.

According to Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants, who previously leaked a large amount of information about the panels on the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and iPhone 12 series, the 5G version of "the next new Google phone, will feature a 6.67-inch display supplied by Samsung and BOE.

Initially, it was a bit unclear which future Pixel Young was referring to. But a few minutes later, he added that the screen will also feature a 120 Hz refresh rate, implying that this is a more flagship panel (the Pixel 4a only has a traditional 60 Hz refresh rate). As such, this will likely match the Pixel 5, or Google's next flagship XL model.

At 6.67 inches, it would be the largest Pixel Google has ever released, and the difference would be huge. Last year's Pixel 4 XL had a 6.3-inch panel, as did the Pixel 3 XL before it. But given that models like the Galaxy S20 Ultra have 6.9-inch displays, 6.3 inches is admittedly small in the realm of large phones these days. Google has made a habit over the years of releasing smaller, pocket-friendly handsets, but Young's note may signal a change.

The increase in refresh rate to 120 Hz should also help Google maintain parity with its rivals. Google introduced 90Hz with last year's Pixel 4, but back then flagships with faster refresh rate displays were still fairly rare; by 2020 they will be more common, so the 120Hz rumor is certainly credible. And with recent rumors questioning the iPhone 12 Pro's 120Hz display, a smoother screen could give Google a significant advantage over Apple.

Nevertheless, the Pixel 4's battery life suffered badly, in part due to the increased power consumption of its fast refresh panel. Thus, one would hope that Google has plans to mitigate that with the Pixel 5, 5 XL, or whatever device this becomes. A larger, smoother display is always nice, but I'd wager that most Pixel 4 users will attest that the phone's battery life is its weakest feature, and I'm praying that the larger 6.7-inch panel is supported by an equally large battery. .