Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel XL
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 9
Google Pixel XL
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Google Pixel 9
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 9
Faster charging
Google Pixel 9
Higher-resolution camera
Google Pixel 9
Better display
Google Pixel 9
Lighter body
Google Pixel XL
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.3 | 5.5 |
| Panel Type | OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2424 | 2560 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1440 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | — |
| Peak Brightness | 2700 | — |
| PPI | 422 | 534 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Screen-to-body | 86.1 | 71.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) | Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 530 |
| Chipset Name | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 |
| Process (nm) | 4 | 14 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 7.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 32GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps |
| Features | Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 2 | 1 |
| Lens | — | 12.3 MP, f/2 |
| ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, (ultrawide) | — |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, (wide) | — |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | — |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) | 8 MP, f/2.4 |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4700 | 3450 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| music play | — | Up to 130 h |
| stand by | — | Up to 552 h (3G) |
| talk time | — | Up to 32 h (3G) |
| Wired Charging (W) | 27 | 18 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 15 | — |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum/glass back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 152.8 | 154.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Weight (g) | 198 | 168 |
| Width (mm) | 72 | 75.7 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, August 13 | 2016, October 04. Released 2016, October 20 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, August 22 | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | 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, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 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 | — |
| edge | — | Yes |
| gprs | — | Yes |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps or LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.2 | 3.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel XL |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Google Pixel 9 and Google Pixel XL are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 9 is 7% cheaper at 143,760 DZD versus 155,000 DZD for the Google Pixel XL, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Google Pixel 9 packs a 4700 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Google Pixel 9 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 50 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
Above 100,000 DZD you are paying for the chipset, camera tuning, and long-term software support, so weigh those against price.
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