The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a flagship smartphone designed to deliver an unparalleled performance experience. With its impressive 50 MP main camera, Google Tensor G4 chipset, and support for 5G connectivity, this phone is a powerhouse in both photography and overall usage. Released in August 2024, the Pixel 9 Pro XL features an exceptional display and advanced camera features to cater to users who demand the best.
Design and Display
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL boasts a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. The 1344 x 2992 pixel resolution ensures ultra-crisp visuals, while the peak brightness of 3000 nits ensures great visibility under bright sunlight. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, providing excellent durability.
The phone is designed with glass front and back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) and features an aluminum frame, offering both elegance and durability. It also comes with IP68 water and dust resistance (up to 1.5m for 30 minutes).
Performance and Battery Life
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset built on 4nm architecture, ensuring efficient performance and power consumption. The phone features an octa-core CPU with speeds up to 3.1 GHz, making it ideal for multitasking, gaming, and heavy applications. With 16GB of RAM and UFS 3.1 or UFS 4.0 storage (128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB), this device delivers seamless performance.
The 5060 mAh battery ensures that the Pixel 9 Pro XL can keep up with demanding tasks throughout the day. Fast charging is a breeze with 37W wired charging, reaching 70% in 30 minutes, and it also supports 23W wireless charging with the Pixel Stand. For reverse wireless charging, the device supports 12W.
Camera Features
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL excels in the camera department with its 50 MP main camera featuring a f/1.7 aperture, dual-pixel PDAF, and OIS. The camera supports 8K video recording at 30fps, 4K video recording at 24/30/60fps, and 1080p video at 24/30/60/120/240fps, offering a range of options for both professional and casual videographers.
In addition to the main camera, the Pixel 9 Pro XL also includes a 48 MP periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom and a 48 MP ultrawide camera for wider shots. The front camera is a 42 MP ultrawide lens, perfect for high-quality selfies and video calls.
Connectivity and Sensors
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comes with full 5G support, ensuring fast data speeds for streaming and gaming. It also includes Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC for seamless connectivity with a range of devices.
Additional sensors include fingerprint recognition (under-display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, and barometer. The phone also supports Ultra Wideband (UWB) for more precise location tracking and Satellite SOS service (for LTE models).
Pricing and Availability
- Colors: Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian
- Price: $584.95 / €698.46 / £552.99 / ₹104,999
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Full Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | Announced: August 13, 2024; Released: August 22, 2024 |
| Body | Dimensions: 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm; Weight: 221 g; Glass front and back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Display | 6.8″ LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1344 x 2992 px (~486 ppi), Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| OS | Android 14, upgradable to Android 16 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1×3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3×2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4×1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 |
| Memory | 128GB 16GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS; 48 MP telephoto, 5x optical zoom; 48 MP ultrawide |
| Selfie Camera | 42 MP, f/2.2, ultrawide |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, No 3.5mm jack |
| Battery | 5060 mAh, 37W wired charging, 23W wireless |
| Sensors | Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temp) |
| Colors | Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian |
| Price | $584.95 / €698.46 |
