Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 9
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Google Pixel 9
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Faster charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Lighter body
Google Pixel 9
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.3 | 6.8 |
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2424 | 2992 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1344 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 2700 | 3000 |
| PPI | 422 | 486 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Screen-to-body | 86.1 | 88 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Mali-G715 MC7 |
| Chipset Name | Google Tensor G4 | Google Tensor G4 |
| Process (nm) | 4 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 14 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 16GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | 8K@30fps (via cloud-based upscaling), 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
| Features | Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
| Count | 2 | 3 |
| periscope telephoto | — | 48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm, (periscope telephoto) |
| ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, (ultrawide) | 48 MP, f/1.7, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) | 42 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4700 | 5060 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 27 | 37 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 15 | 23 |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 152.8 | 162.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Weight (g) | 198 | 221 |
| Width (mm) | 72 | 76.6 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, August 13 | 2024, August 13 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, August 22 | Available. Released 2024, August 22 |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 - G2YBB | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 - GGX8B |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - G2YBB | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - GGX8B |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature) |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Google Pixel 9 and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 9 is 29% cheaper at 143,760 DZD versus 203,760 DZD for the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL packs a 5060 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Above 100,000 DZD you are paying for the chipset, camera tuning, and long-term software support, so weigh those against price.
Other popular comparisons
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung compared to Apple
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Samsung compared to Google
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Samsung compared to Xiaomi
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Apple compared to Xiaomi
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Apple compared to Google
Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Apple iPhone 17
Samsung compared to Apple