Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Specs

The two phones we’ll compare today are both members of the least flagship smartphone series from Google. The Google Pixel 9 is not a flagship, technically, but it does come with the same SoC as its sibling, while there are a number of other similarities. We’ll be comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL specs. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the most powerful smartphone in the series, along with the Pixel 9 Pro.

As per usual, we’ll first list the specs of both smartphones and will then move to compare them across a number of other categories. We’ll be comparing their designs, displays, performance, battery life, cameras, and audio output. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the more powerful phone, but the Pixel 9 may be a better choice for most people due to its size and price. Let’s get to it, shall we?

Specs

Google Pixel 9

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

	Google Pixel 9	Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Dimensions	152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm	162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
Weight	198 grams	221 grams
Display	6.3-inch OLED	6.8-inch LTPO OLED
Refresh rate	120Hz	1-120Hz (adaptive)
Resolution	2424 x 1080	2992 x 1344
Chipset	Google Tensor G4	Google Tensor G4
RAM	12GB (LPDDR5X)	16GB (LPDDR5X)
Storage	128GB/256GB (UFS 3.1)	128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB (UFS 3.1)
Main camera	50MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/1.31-inch sensor size, 1.2um pixel size, dual pixel PDAF, OIS)	50MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/1.31-inch sensor size, 1.2um pixel size, dual pixel PDAF, OIS)
Ultra-wide camera	48MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/2.55-inch sensor size, 123-degree FoV, dual pixel PDAF)	48MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/2.55-inch sensor size, 123-degree FoV, dual pixel PDAF)
Telephoto camera	N/A	N/A
Periscope telephoto camera	N/A	48MP (f/2.8 aperture, 1/2.55-inch sensor size, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom)
Selfie camera	10.5MP (f/2.2 aperture, 1/3.1-inch sensor size, 1.22um pixel size)	42MP (f/2.2 aperture, PDAF)
Battery size	4,700mAh	5,060mAh
Charging	27W wired, 15W wireless (with Pixel Stand), 12W wireless (Qi), reverse wireless (charger not included)	37W wired, 23W wireless (Pixel Stand), 12W wireless (Qi), 5W reverse wired (charger not included)
Colors	Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony	Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian

Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Design

When it comes to design, these two phones are quite similar, at least at first glance. They have the same design style, but the Pixel 9 is smaller, has slightly thicker bezels, and a smaller camera bar on the back. Both phones include a flat display with a centered display camera hole up top. Both of them also have thin bezels which are uniform. The corners on both phones are also quite curved.

The power/lock and volume up and down buttons sit on the right-hand side of both phones. The power/lock button sits above the volume buttons. There are no other buttons on either phone. The two devices are flat on the front, back, and even their frame is flat. It does curve a bit on the corners just so the phones are more comfortable to hold. Speaking of which, the two phones are made out aluminum and glass.

On the back of both phones, you’ll spot a camera bar at the top. They are both pill-shaped, but the one on the Pixel 9 is slightly smaller, and there’s one less camera included on the inside. Both camera bars do protrude a bit on the back. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is considerably taller and wider, while the thickness is the same. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is a heavier phone, by over 20 grams. Both are quite slippery, while the Pixel 9 is easier to use with one hand. They are also IP68 certified for water and dust resistance.

Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Display

The Google Pixel 9 features a 6.3-inch 2424 x 1080 OLED display. That panel is flat, and it supports a 120Hz refresh rate. HDR10+ content is supported here, and the peak brightness the display offers is 2,700 nits. The screen-to-body ratio here is around 86%, while the display aspect ratio is 20:9. The Gorilla Glass Victus 2 from Corning is in charge of protecting the display.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, on the flip side, includes a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display. That panel is also flat, and it has a resolution of 2992 x 1344. HDR10+ content is supported, while the phone offers an adaptive refresh rate (1-120Hz). The peak brightness here is 3,000 nits, while the screen-to-body ratio is at around 88%. The display aspect ratio is 20:9. Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects this panel.

Both of these displays are very good, actually. The Pixel 9 Pro XL does have the advantage of having an adaptive refresh rate, and it does get slightly brighter, at least in theory. Both are plenty bright, though, while both are also vivid, have great viewing angles, and good touch response. The blacks are also deep on both phones. They also offer good protection, while neither display supports high-frequency PWM dimming.

Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Performance

Both of these smartphones use the same processor, the Google Tensor G4. There is no difference between those two chips, they’re exactly the same. The Pixel 9 does come with less RAM, however, 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM. The Pixel 9 Pro XL offers 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM. Google opted to use slower flash storage in the entire Pixel 9 series, so these two devices ship with UFS 3.1 flash storage, instead of UFS 4.0.

Considering the hardware similarities, the performance is basically the same, for the most part. We have not noticed any difference in the day-to-day use of these two phones. Both are quite snappy regardless of what you do, and do end up with identical performance, basically. The Pixel 9 Pro XL may be able to do a slightly better job with high-end games, but neither phone is made for gaming. The Tensor G4 is a solid chip, but it cannot compete with the likes of the Snapdragon 8 Elite and MediaTek Dimensity 9400 in terms of performance, which goes for graphics performance too.

All in all, as long as you’re not a gamer who plays high-end games, you’ll be good with either one of these two smartphones. They can handle basically anything without a problem and offer good performance. They may not be as snappy as the Snapdragon 8 Elite phones, but they’re plenty fast.

Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Battery

There is a 4,700mAh battery included in the Pixel 9. The Pixel 9 Pro XL, on the other hand, features a 5,060mAh battery. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is a considerably larger smartphone, so this difference in battery capacity is to be expected. These battery capacities are fine, but they cannot compete with what some Chinese smartphones offer in devices of similar size and power.

What is the actual battery life like, in practice? Well, it’s not bad, not bad at all. In fact, both of these smartphones offer really, really good battery life, easily better than their predecessors. It’s not even close, actually. What may surprise you, however, is that the Pixel 9 offered better battery life during our tests. Not by a lot, but… it’s still worth noting. You can get very high screen-on time numbers with both smartphones, and battery life will not be an issue… unless you’re a gamer.

The Google Pixel 9 supports 27W wired, 15W wireless (with Pixel Stand), 12W Qi wireless, and reverse wireless charging. The Pixel 9 Pro XL, on the other hand, supports 37W wired, 23W wireless (with Pixel Stand), 12W Qi wireless, and reverse wireless charging. The Pixel 9 Pro XL does charge a bit faster, in around an hour and 20 minutes. The Pixel 9 will take 5-10 minutes longer to fully charge. Neither phone ships with a charger in the retail box.

Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Cameras

The Google Pixel 9 has two cameras on the back. It’s equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera (1/1.31-inch sensor size) and a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera (1/2.55-inch sensor size, 123-degree FoV). The Pixel 9 Pro XL, on the flip side, has three cameras. A 50-megapixel main unit (1/1.31-inch sensor size) is backed by a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera (1/2.55-inch sensor size, 123-degree FoV) and a 48-megapixel periscope telephoto camera (1/2.55-inch sensor size, 5x optical zoom).

The performance of the main and ultrawide cameras is basically the same. That’s not surprising considering that the hardware is the same. Both phones are capable of providing nice-looking and detailed images, with emphasized colors. Google simply loves contrasty images, and that’s what you’ll be getting from these two phones. The images do end up looking detailed and well-balanced most of the time. Both phones do a great job with HDR shots.

When it comes to zoom shots, the Pixel 9 cannot compete, as it doesn’t have a telephoto or a periscope telephoto camera. Sure, its digital zoom does a solid job at 2x, but if you go to higher zoom levels, it’s a considerable difference. The Pixel 9 Pro XL actually does a great job 5-10x shots.

Audio

Both phones include stereo speakers, and both sets offer good sound output. In terms of loudness, they’re fairly similar. They’re plenty loud. Not the loudest we’ve heard, but not many people will have any complaints. The sound output is also quite good.

There is no audio jack on either phone, however. You can use their Type-C ports if you want to connect your wired headphones. Alternatively, for wireless connections, you can use Bluetooth 5.3 which is available on both phones.

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