Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
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Beebom Score
70
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Apple A14 Bionic | Google Tensor G4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7", Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz | 6.8", QHD+ LTPO Super Actua OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+12MP+12MP/12MP | 50MP+48MP+48MP/42MP | ||
| Battery | 3687 mAh | 5060 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Processor | Apple A14 Bionic | Google Tensor G4 | ||
| Display | 6.7", Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz | 6.8", QHD+ LTPO Super Actua OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+12MP+12MP/12MP | 50MP+48MP+48MP/42MP | ||
| Battery | 3687 mAh | 5060 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software | Battery, Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Software | Battery, Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
General
| Colors | Silver, Graphite, Gold, Pacific Blue | Hazel, Obsidian, Porcelain, Rose Quartz | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 13, 2020 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | November 13, 2020 | August 22, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹1,29,900 | ₹1,24,999 | ||
| Colors | Silver, Graphite, Gold, Pacific Blue | Hazel, Obsidian, Porcelain, Rose Quartz | ||
| Launch | October 13, 2020 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | November 13, 2020 | August 22, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹1,29,900 | ₹1,24,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Type | Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED | QHD+ LTPO Super Actua OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.8 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1284 pixels | 1344 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2778 pixels | 2992 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 458 ppi | 486 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 3000 nits | ||
| Type | Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED | QHD+ LTPO Super Actua OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.8 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1284 pixels | 1344 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2778 pixels | 2992 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 458 ppi | 486 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 3000 nits |
Body
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Weight | 228 grams | 221 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Metal Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Port | Lightning, USB 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 228 grams | 221 grams | ||
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Metal Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Port | Lightning, USB 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Chipset Brand | Apple | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | A14 Bionic | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | iOS | Android | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 | 7 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Apple | |||
| Chipset Name | A14 Bionic | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | iOS | Android | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 | 7 |
Main Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Telephoto | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Dual-LED Dual-tone Flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Auto Focus, Panorama, OIS, Continuous Autofocus, Continuous Shooting, Face Detection, Night Mode, RAW, PDAF, TOF 3D LiDAR Scanner (depth) | Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra-HDR, Panorama, Best Take, PDAF, Dual Tone LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 4K@24/30/60FPS, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound recording | 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | ||
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Telephoto | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Dual-LED Dual-tone Flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Auto Focus, Panorama, OIS, Continuous Autofocus, Continuous Shooting, Face Detection, Night Mode, RAW, PDAF, TOF 3D LiDAR Scanner (depth) | Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra-HDR, Panorama, Best Take, PDAF, Dual Tone LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 4K@24/30/60FPS, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound recording | 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 42 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Auto-HDR, Panorama, Face Unlock | ||
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 42 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Auto-HDR, Panorama, Face Unlock | ||
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Battery
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Capacity | 3687 mAh | 5060 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 37 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | ||
| Capacity | 3687 mAh | 5060 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 37 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
Memory
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | NvMe | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Storage type | NvMe | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & e-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & e-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Sensors | Face ID, Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrometer, Barometer, Satellite SOS Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | |||
| AI Features | Gemini Live, Pixel Studio, Pixel Screenshots, AI weather summaries | |||
| Sensors | Face ID, Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Color Spectrometer, Barometer, Satellite SOS Service | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | |||
| AI Features | Gemini Live, Pixel Studio, Pixel Screenshots, AI weather summaries |
