Google Pixel 8 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.2", OLED, 120 Hz | 6.3", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12MP/10MP | 50MP+48MP+48MP/42MP | ||
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4700 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G4 | ||
| Display | 6.2", OLED, 120 Hz | 6.3", OLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12MP/10MP | 50MP+48MP+48MP/42MP | ||
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4700 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software | Overall Best Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Software | Overall Best Pick |
General
| Colors | Hazel, Mint, Obsidian, Rose | Hazel, Obsidian, Porcelain, Rose Quartz | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 04, 2023 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | October 12, 2023 | August 22, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹75,999 | ₹1,09,999 | ||
| Colors | Hazel, Mint, Obsidian, Rose | Hazel, Obsidian, Porcelain, Rose Quartz | ||
| Launch | October 04, 2023 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | October 12, 2023 | August 22, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹75,999 | ₹1,09,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision | ||
| Size | 6.2 inches | 6.3 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1280 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2856 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 428 ppi | 495 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | 1.5K | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | ||
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision | ||
| Size | 6.2 inches | 6.3 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1280 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2856 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 428 ppi | 495 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | 1.5K | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 3000 nits |
Body
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro
| Weight | 187 grams | 199 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.1 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 187 grams | 199 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.1 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro
| Chipset Brand | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Tensor G3 | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | Google Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Google Android | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 7 year | 7 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | ||||
| Chipset Name | Tensor G3 | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | Google Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Google Android | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 7 year | 7 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Ultra HDR | Best Take, Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra HDR | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | 10-bit HDR, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, gyro-EIS, OIS | 10-bit HDR, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps, 4K@24/30/60FPS, 8K@30fps, gyro-EIS, OIS | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 48 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Ultra HDR | Best Take, Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra HDR | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | 10-bit HDR, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, gyro-EIS, OIS | 10-bit HDR, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps, 4K@24/30/60FPS, 8K@30fps, gyro-EIS, OIS | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 48 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro
| Front Camera Resolution | 10 MP | 42 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Ultrawide | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto HDR, Panorama | Auto-HDR, Face Unlock, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30/60fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 10 MP | 42 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Ultrawide | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto HDR, Panorama | Auto-HDR, Face Unlock, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, 4K@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro
| Capacity | 4575 mAh | 4700 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 27 w | 27 w | ||
| Capacity | 4575 mAh | 4700 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 27 w | 27 w |
Memory
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Tie
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GALILEO (E1+E5a), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1+L5), QZSS (L1+L5) | GALILEO (E1+E5a), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1+L5), QZSS (L1+L5) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GALILEO (E1+E5a), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1+L5), QZSS (L1+L5) | GALILEO (E1+E5a), GLONASS (G1), GPS (L1+L5), QZSS (L1+L5) | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Add me, Best Take, Face Unblur, Magic Editor, Zoom Enhance | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
| AI Features | Add me, Best Take, Face Unblur, Magic Editor, Zoom Enhance | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Color Spectrum Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
