Google’s latest smartphone launch on August 13 was a strategic move, targeting the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro. The Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL are set to compete with Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max.
At the August 13 event, Google introduced several new Pixel smartphones. Among them, the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL stand out. These Pro models offer premium features that go beyond the standard Pixel 9, positioning them as direct competitors to Apple’s top-tier devices.
Both the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL are designed to appeal to consumers looking for high-end smartphone experiences, making them a direct challenge to the iPhone 15 Pro and the anticipated iPhone 16 Pro.
iPhone 15 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL – Specifications
| Specifications | iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max |
Google Pixel 9 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Price (starting) | $999 (Pro), $1,199 (Pro Max) |
$999 (Pro), $1,099 (Pro XL) |
| Dimensions (inches) | 5.77 x 2.78 x 0.32 (Pro), 6.29 x 3.02 x 0.32 (Pro Max) |
6 x 2.8 x 0.3 (Pro), 6.4 x 3 x 0.3 (Pro XL) |
| Weight (ounces) | 6.60 (Pro), 7.81 (Pro Max) |
7 (Pro), 7.8 (Pro XL) |
| Processor | A17 Pro | Google Tensor G4, Titan M2 security co-processor |
| Storage | 128GB (Pro), 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| Display type | 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR (Pro), 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR (Pro Max), ProMotion, Always-on display, TrueTone |
6.3-inch Super Actua OLED (Pro), 6.8-inch Super Actua OLED (Pro XL), 120Hz display |
| Resolution | 2,556 x 1,179 at 460ppi (Pro), 2,796 x 1,290 at 460 ppi (Pro Max) |
2,856 x 1,280 at 494ppi (Pro), 2,992 x 1,344 at 482ppi (Pro XL) |
| Biometrics | Face ID | Under-display fingerprint reader, Face Unlock |
| Connectivity | 5G (Sub-6GHz and mmWave), Gigabit-class LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Ultra Wideband Gen 2, Emergency SOS via Satellite, Roadside Assistance via Satellite, USB-C |
5G (Sub-6GHz and mmWave) Gigabit-class LTE Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.3 Ultra Wideband USB-C Satellite SOS |
| Rear Cameras | 48MP Wide 12MP Ultra Wide 12MP Telephoto with 3x optical zoom (Pro), 12MP Telephoto with 5x optical zoom (Pro Max) |
50MP Octa PD Wide 48MP Quad PD Ultra Wide 48MP Telephoto with 5x optical zoom |
| Video | 4K 60fps, 4K 60fps HDR with Dolby Vision, 1080p 240fps Slo-Mo ProRes 4K 60fps with external recording, Cinematic Mode, Action Mode |
8K 30fps 4K 60fps with HDR, 1080p 240fps Slo-Mo Optical image stabilization, Electronic image stabilization |
| Front Camera | 12MP TrueDepth with Autofocus | 42 MP with Autofocus |
| Audio | Stereo speakers, Wide spectrum Microphones |
Stereo speakers, 3 Microphones |
| Battery Size | Up to 23 hours video playback (Pro), Up to 29 hours video playback (Pro Max) |
24+ hours |
| Colors | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium |
Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian |
