Screen:
6.3"
Weight:
199g
Waterproof
Charging:
27W
Optical Zoom:
5x
Thickness:
8.5mm
Screen covers
87.6% of body
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
Pros
Camera
Camera System: Flexible lenses with excellent zoom performance, rivaling other top flagships.
Enhanced AI in Photography: AI helps improve photo quality, making even quick snaps look professional.
Strong Video Performance: AI advancements improve both still photography and video capabilities.
Phone Appearance
Premium Build Quality: Beautiful redesign with sleek, modern aesthetics using durable recycled aluminum.
Compact Size: Comfortable grip and portability without sacrificing features.
Attractive Design: The new pink color option adds a fresh, fun look to the premium design.
Durable Build: Despite the compact design, it maintains structural integrity and performance.
Display
Creative AI Features: AI tools are clever and useful without feeling gimmicky, such as Pixel Screenshots.
Bright Display: Super-bright display remains visible in direct sunlight with vibrant colors.
Smooth Refresh Rate: Ensures smooth scrolling and interactions.
Battery
Long Battery Life: Easily handles a full day of heavy use, impressive given the phone’s compact size.
Software
Long-Term Software Support: Seven years of software updates provide excellent longevity, rare among smartphones.
Gemini Live Features: A year of AI-driven Gemini Live features, adding extra value for those interested in AI capabilities.
Connectivity
Solid Wireless Connectivity: Reliable connections across Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G.
Cons
Performance
Performance Lag: Performance lags behind other flagships, particularly in terms of raw power.
High Price: Positioned against more powerful competitors, making it a tougher sell for users focused on speed and performance.
Slower Performance on Intensive Apps: Resource-heavy applications may cause the phone to slow down due to less powerful hardware.
Battery
Charging Speeds: Slower charging compared to competitors, which can be inconvenient for users in a hurry.
Software
AI Features Underdeveloped: Some AI tools feel undercooked and don’t always deliver a seamless experience.
Storage
No Expandable Storage: Lack of storage expansion can be limiting, especially with the base storage being only 128GB.
Other
Heat Issues with Tensor G4 Chip: The chip runs hot during intensive tasks, leading to occasional slowdowns.
Rankings
Where Google Pixel 9 Pro stands in 2024
Best Phone Of 2024
#5
Highest Optical Zoom
#4
Largest Screen
#70
Smallest Screen
#5
Lightest
#35
Thinnest
#43
Fastest Charging
#61
Highest Screen Ratio
#58
Cheapest
#54
