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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£710RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.8 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB)
8.5/10

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
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★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

90%

8.4

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

★Better than 95% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–²Better than 87%
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

25%

8.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.2

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

7.4

Battery

10%

9.1

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

★Better than 94%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 95%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

25%

8.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.2

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

7.4

Battery

10%

9.1

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

8.4
User score
User score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
9.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models
Popularity:
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 9.9 points, which is higher than 93.3% of smartphones.
9.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

8.0
Brand name
Google
Processor model
Google Tensor G4
This smartphone uses the Google Tensor G4 processor which is faster than processors in 83% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.1 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.1 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 79.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP which is higher than that of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.8 which is wider than that of 86.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
72 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 72 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.2 µm which is larger than in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4.9% of smartphones.
2.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.8 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.8 inches which is larger than the screens of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1344x 2992 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1344x2992 px which is higher than that of 91.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
486 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 486 ppi which is higher than that of 92.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,060 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,060 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 58.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
37 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 37 W which is faster than in 52.5% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.8 mm which is shorter than 60.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Width
76.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.6 mm which is wider than 65.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.5 mm which is thicker than 60.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
221 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 221 g which is heavier than 82.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
98,496 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 98,496 cm³ which is larger than 56.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 3.03x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Gemini Live, Pixel Studio, Pixel Screenshots, Call Notes, Magic Editor Reimagine, Satellite SOS
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 14% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.12 vs 8.000).
    9.12 vs 8
  • 81.8% more popular
    Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.89 vs 5.4).
    9.89 vs 5.44
  • 8.4% better value for money
    Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.95 vs 7.3).
    7.95 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.07x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1950 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,950 vs 942
  • 29.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 8x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.1 GHz & 3x2.6 GHz & 4x1.92 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.1 GHz & 3x2.6 GHz & 4x1.92 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 97.4% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1950 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,950 vs 988
  • 83.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,655 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    average score from several tests, actual results vary slightly
    4,655 vs 2,533
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Google Tensor G4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Google Tensor G4 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.43x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (9,300 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    9,300 vs 3,825
  • 52.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Gemini Live, Pixel Studio, Pixel Screenshots, Call Notes, Magic Editor Reimagine, Satellite SOS
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.4 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 binned
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 31.7% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (158 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    158 vs 120
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 51% higher DxOMark Selfie score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Selfie score than the average smartphone (148 vs 98). The average smartphone scores 98 for selfies.
    148 vs 98
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (42 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    42 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2 & f/2.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 3.03x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1344x2992 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1344x2992 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 23% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (486 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    486 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 1,471.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (2365 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    2,365 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 1.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5060 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,060 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 12.1% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (37 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    37 W vs 33 W
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 7.5% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (8.6 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    8.6 vs 8
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 78.9% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (5.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    5.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 12.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (221 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    221 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.73x more expensive
    Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£710 vs £260).
    £710 vs £260
  • 1.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (940 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    940 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 0.6 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2.73x more expensive
    Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£710 vs £260).
    £710 vs £260
  • 78.9% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (5.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    5.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 1.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (940 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    940 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 12.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (221 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    221 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.6 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm

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29/08/2024
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22/08/2024
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pickr.com.au
02/02/2026
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pcmag.com
02/02/2026
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trustedreviews.com
02/02/2026
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thurrott.com
28/09/2024
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9to5google.com
29/01/2025
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21/08/2024
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tomsguide.com
21/08/2024
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Tom's Guide: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review: An excellent AI phone that costs more
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androidauthority.com
21/02/2025
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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review - Android Authority
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androidpolice.com
01/10/2024
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theaureview.com
09/02/2025
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markellisreviews.com
11/09/2024
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androidheadlines.com
23/01/2026
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phonearena.com
04/12/2024
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cnet.com
02/11/2024
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Pixel 9 Pro XL Review: 2 Months Later, Google's Phone Still Rocks - CNET
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capital.fr
23/09/2024
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Review - Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: AI, camera, battery life... XL at every level - Capital
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cnetfrance.fr
04/09/2024
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18/09/2025
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional camera quality, particularly for still photos and selfies
  • Vibrant and super bright 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display
  • Premium build quality and elegant, iPhone-like design
  • Clean, bloat-free Android software experience with 7 years of promised updates
  • Fast and responsive ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and face unlock
  • Improved battery life compared to previous Pixel generations
  • Innovative and fun AI-powered features like 'Add Me' and 'Magic Editor'

What we don't like about Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (16GB + 256GB)

  • High price point compared to some competitors
  • Tensor G4 processor performance trails behind rival flagship chips in raw benchmarks
  • Charging speeds, while improved, are still slower than some rival brands
  • The large size and heavy weight (221g) can make one-handed use difficult and cause hand fatigue
  • Base model starts with only 128GB of non-expandable storage
  • Can get warm or hot during intensive tasks like gaming or prolonged camera use
  • Camera and video performance can struggle in very low-light conditions

Verdict

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a premium AI-focused smartphone featuring the powerful Google Tensor G4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. It boasts a large 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a stunning 3000 nits peak brightness, housed in a durable IP68 water and dust-resistant body. A major strength is its versatile triple-rear camera system (50MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP 5x telephoto), enhanced by advanced AI features like Magic Editor and Video Boost for excellent photo and video quality. The device offers a pure Android 14 experience, a 5060mAh all-day battery with 45W fast charging, and an impressive seven years of OS and security updates. Cons include a processor that underperforms in raw benchmarks compared to rival flagships, its significant size and weight that some may find cumbersome, and relatively slow charging speeds compared to top competitors.

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