Overall Score
91.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#66)91.9
Performance(#565)91.5
Camera(#39)99.2
Display(#118)98.2
Battery(#146)96.6
Build(#570)82.4
Connectivity(#65)89.2
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Short Review
- The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL features a sleek design with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, and is available in four colors.
- Its 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display boasts a resolution of 1344 x 2992 pixels, supporting HDR10+ and a 120Hz refresh rate, making for vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling.
- Powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset, it offers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and up to 16GB of RAM across various storage options.
- The camera system is impressive, featuring a 50 MP wide lens, a 48 MP periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom, and a 48 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 8K video.
- The 5060 mAh battery supports 37W wired and wireless charging, ensuring long-lasting usage.
- Running on Android 14, it promises up to seven major upgrades, enhancing its longevity.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB Type-C 3.2.
- The device also features stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience.
- Weighing 221g, it maintains a premium feel while being water-resistant.
- Overall, the Pixel 9 Pro XL combines advanced technology with a refined design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, August 13
Announced2024, August 13
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.8"
TypeLTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution1344 x 2992 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~486 ppi density)
PPI1344
Refresh Rate120Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Performance
ChipsetGoogle Tensor G4 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPUMali-G715 MC7
Memory128GB 16GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom48 MP, f/1.7, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF,
Main Camera FeaturesMulti-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance
Front Camera42 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), PDAF
Front Camera FeaturesHDR, panorama
Video Recording8K@30fps (via cloud-based upscaling), 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR
Selfie Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5060 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5060 mAh
Charging Details37W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 70% in 30 min23W wireless (w/ Pixel Stand)12W wireless (w/ Qi compatible charger)Reverse wirelessBypass charging (w/ "Limit to 80%" option enabled)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm (6.41 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)
Weight221 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
ColorsPorcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.2
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature)