Review: Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL

Google surprised us by launching google pixel 9 phones early with each offering 7 years of OS and security updates. The starting prices for the Pixel 9 are $799, $999 for the Pixel 9 Pro, and $1,099 for the Pixel 9 Pro XL. These models, with their shining design, powerful hardware, and advanced software, compete premium smartphone manufacturers like Apple and Samsung. However, their high prices make them some of the most expensive google Pixels yet.

Features of Google Pixel 9 Series:

Display

The Google Pixel 9 models have a fantastic display. Here’s a quick look at what makes it special:

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Type	OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+	LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+	LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Brightness	1800 nits (HBM), 2700 nits (peak)	2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)	2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution & Size	1080 x 2424 pixels and 6.3 inches	1280 x 2856 pixels and 6.3 inches	1344 x 2992 pixels and 6.8 inches
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

Processor and RAM

Google equips all Pixel 9 series models with the same processor. However, the Pixel 9 comes with 12 GB of RAM, while the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL both feature 16 GB of RAM.

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Processor	Tensor G4	Tensor G4	Tensor G4
RAM	12 GB for all storage	16 GB for all storage	16 GB for all storage

Cameras

If you’re okay with spending a bit more on top-notch tech, the Pixel 9 series offers one of the best camera experiences you can get. The Pixel 9 also gives you a glimpse into how AI is shaping our personal tech, whether that interests you or not.

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Main Camera	Dual Camera 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide) 48 MP, f/1.7, 123˚ (ultrawide)	Triple Camera, 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 48 MP, f/2.8, 113m (periscope telephoto), 48 MP, f/1.7, 123˚ (ultrawide)	Triple Camera, 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm (periscope telephoto), 48 MP, f/1.7, 123˚ (ultrawide)
Selfie Camera	10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide)	42 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide)	42 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide)
Video	4K and 1080p for both main camera & selfie camera	8K, 4K and 1080p (main camera) & 4K and 1080p(selfie camera)	8K, 4K and 1080p (main camera) & 4K and 1080p(selfie camera)

Battery

All models in the Pixel 9 series support fast and wireless charging. The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro come with a 4,700 mAh battery and support 27W charging. In contrast, the Pixel 9 Pro XL features a larger 5,060 mAh battery and supports 37W wired and wireless charging.”By the way, the world’s fastest charging technology is offered by Realme’s 320W SuperSonic Charge.”

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Type	Li-Ion 4700 mAh, non-removable	Li-Ion 4700 mAh, non-removable	Li-Ion 5060 mAh, non-removable
Charging	27W wired,55% in 30 min (advertised) and Qi wireless charging	27W wired, 55% in 30 min (advertised) and Qi wireless charging	37W wired, 70% in 30 min (advertised) and Qi wireless charging

Network and Updates

All models come with 7 years of OS and security updates and support 5G networks.

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Type	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Time	7 years	7 years	7 years

Memory

None of the models come with a card slot for additional storage.

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Storage	128 and 256 GB options	128, 256, 512, 1 TB options	128, 256, 512, 1 TB options

Colors

The Google Pixel 9 comes in Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, and Peony colors, while the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL are available in Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, and Rose Quartz.

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Type	Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony	Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose Quartz	Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose Quartz

Price and Online Sell

The Google Pixel 9 starts at $799, the Pixel 9 Pro at $999, and the Pixel 9 Pro XL at $1,099. These prices make them among the more expensive options on the market. Thus, you can get them from Amazon for online purchase.

Specs	Pixel 9	Pixel 9 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro XL
Price	$799 for 128GB 12GB RAM $899 for 256GB 12GB RAM	$999 for 128GB 16GB RAM $1,099 for 256GB 16GB RAM $1,689 for 512GB 16GB RAM	$1,099 for 28GB 16GB RAM $1,199 for 256GB 16GB RAM $1,319 for 512GB 16GB RAM

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