TechPhonesGoogle just brought the fight to Samsung with three new Pixel 9 models revealedIt’s a trio! The Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL expand Google’s 2024 rangeWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechPhonesGoogle just brought the fight to Samsung with three new Pixel 9 models revealedIt’s a trio! The Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL expand Google’s 2024 rangeWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
It’s a trio! The Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL expand Google’s 2024 range
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This is closer to a reverse pyramid of Samsung’s approach to its flagship line-up, comprising the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra – the S24 being 6.2-inch, the Plus 6.7-inch.
When it comes tothe best phones, theGoogle Pixelseries has long been up there – indeed, the flagship has won theT3 Awards Best Phonegong before – but the 2024 line-up sees a major change in Google’s overall offering. This time the Pixel Pro comes in two size options.
It’s common for brands to offer a similar line-up, so this is Google bringing the fight to the likes ofSamsungandApple. The former of that pair has its6.2-inch Galaxy S24and larger 6.7-inch Plus model. Apple, meanwhile, sells the 6.1-inch iPhone 14 Pro and larger6.7-inch iPhone 14 Pro Max, offering customers a choice.
It’s clearly a model that’s been working for customers – and Google cites demand as the reason for the two-size change. Previously the Pixel was the small model and the Pixel Pro the larger, not offering that middle-ground for those customers who wanted the power but not the size. The Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL share the same specs, save for the increase in scale, the larger display, battery capacity and charging speed of the latter model.
Pixel 9 v Pixel 9 Pro v Pixel 9 Pro XL
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So what else can you expect of the 2024 Pixel line-up? There’s a quick-glance comparison table below to highlight the key feature and specification differences, with a deeper dive in the text beyond:
Swipe to scroll horizontallyRow 0 - Cell 0Pixel 9Pixel 9 ProPixel 9 Pro XLDisplay:6.3-inch Actua (OLED), 1800-2700 nits6.3-inch Super Actua (OLED), 2000-3000nits6.8-inch Super Actua (OLED), 2000-3000nitsResolution & Refresh:1080 x 2424 (422ppi), 60-120Hz1280 x 2856 (495ppi), 1-120Hz1344 x 2992 (486ppi), 1-120HzProcessor & RAM:Tensor G4, 12GB RAMTensor G4, 16GB RAMTensor G4, 16GB RAMBattery & Charging:4700mAh, up to 30W wired4700mAh, up to 30W wired5060mAh, up to 45W wiredSize (WxHxD) & Weight:72 x 152.8 x 8.5mm / 198g72 x 152.8 x 8.5mm / 199g76.7 x 162.8 x 8.5mm 221gCameras:Dual: 50MP main, 48MP wideTriple: 50MP main, 48MP wide, 48MP 5x teleTriple: 50MP main, 48MP wide, 48MP 5x teleSelfie camera:10.5MP42MP42MPColours:Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, PeonyObsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose QuartzObsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose QuartzTemperature sensor:NoYesYes
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Row 0 - Cell 0Pixel 9Pixel 9 ProPixel 9 Pro XLDisplay:6.3-inch Actua (OLED), 1800-2700 nits6.3-inch Super Actua (OLED), 2000-3000nits6.8-inch Super Actua (OLED), 2000-3000nitsResolution & Refresh:1080 x 2424 (422ppi), 60-120Hz1280 x 2856 (495ppi), 1-120Hz1344 x 2992 (486ppi), 1-120HzProcessor & RAM:Tensor G4, 12GB RAMTensor G4, 16GB RAMTensor G4, 16GB RAMBattery & Charging:4700mAh, up to 30W wired4700mAh, up to 30W wired5060mAh, up to 45W wiredSize (WxHxD) & Weight:72 x 152.8 x 8.5mm / 198g72 x 152.8 x 8.5mm / 199g76.7 x 162.8 x 8.5mm 221gCameras:Dual: 50MP main, 48MP wideTriple: 50MP main, 48MP wide, 48MP 5x teleTriple: 50MP main, 48MP wide, 48MP 5x teleSelfie camera:10.5MP42MP42MPColours:Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, PeonyObsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose QuartzObsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose QuartzTemperature sensor:NoYesYes
All three models have a slightly different appearance this year, with the distinctive ‘camera bar’ design to the rear reduced into a more island-style bump which covers the majority of the rear – but not to the edge. That’s the same on all three phones, except, of course, that the Pixel 9 is a dual-camera setup, while the Pro models offer a trio of cameras.
These cameras are almost identical to the Pixel 8 Pro predecessor, except for a new sensor being used for the 5x telephoto zoom, and Google claims its whole processing pipeline has changed for further improved images. The progress, therefore, seems to be software-driven.
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Software is a key part of Google phones, of course, with the latest version ofAndroid(plus support for 7 years of system, security and feature drops) appearing for all three of these Pixel handsets. Google’s artificial intelligence (AI) via Gemini is baked in, too, and if you buy a handset before 15 November then you get a year of Gemini Advanced for free (£18.99/$19.99 per month value).
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(Image credit: Google)
It’s not all AI-based, though. The way Google has enhanced the design of each phone is an important factor. The screen bezel has shrunk, for example, giving an even more contemporary look and feel to take on keybest Android phonerivals. Those screens are brighter than ever before too.
There’s finally been some movement in fast-charging too: the Pixel 9 Pro XL can support up to 45W wired charging – although you’ll need to buy the equivalent charger, as one isn’t included in the box. The other two Pixel handsets offer 30W charging, so are a step down – presumably owed to battery capacity and Google’s decision, like Samsung’s, to go easy on fast-charging solutions. All handsets have Qi wireless charging too.
In terms of pricing, there’s a change there too: it’s increased year on year. The Pixel 9 will be priced from £799/$799/AU$1349 (128GB); the Pixel 9 Pro from £999/$999/AU$1699 (128GB); the Pixel 9 Pro XL from £1099/$1099/AU$1849 (128GB). On-sale date for all three handsets is 22 August, with pre-orders open now.
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