Google Pixel 9 Review: Features, Price, and Performance

Network

• Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch

• Announced: August 13, 2024
• Status: Available, released on August 22, 2024

Body

• Dimensions: 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
• Weight: 198 g (6.98 oz)
• Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
• SIM: Nano-SIM + eSIM
• IP Rating: IP68 (dust-tight and water-resistant, submersible up to 1.5m for 30 minutes)

Display

• Type: OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1800 nits (HBM), 2700 nits (peak)
• Size: 6.3 inches, 94.7 cm² (~86.1% screen-to-body ratio)
• Resolution: 1080 x 2424 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~422 ppi density)
• Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
• Additional Features: Always-on display

Platform

• Operating System: Android 14, upgradable to Android 15 (up to 7 major updates)
• Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)
• CPU: Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520)
• GPU: Mali-G715 MC7

Memory

• Card Slot: No
• Internal Storage:
  • 128GB with 12GB RAM
  • 256GB with 12GB RAM
• Storage Type: UFS 3.1

Main Camera

• Dual Setup:
  • 50 MP (f/1.7, 25mm wide, 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS)
  • 48 MP (f/1.7, 123˚ ultrawide, 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF)
• Camera Features:
  • Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take
• Video:
  • 4K@24/30/60fps
  • 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps
  • Gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR

Selfie Camera

• Single:
  • 10.5 MP (f/2.2, 20mm ultrawide, 1/3.1", 1.22µm, PDAF)
• Features: HDR, panorama
• Video:
  • 4K@30/60fps
  • 1080p@30/60fps

Sound

• Loudspeaker: Yes, stereo speakers
• 3.5mm Jack: No

Communications

• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band
• Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
• Positioning: GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
• NFC: Yes
• Radio: No
• USB: USB Type-C 3.2

Features

• Sensors:
  • Fingerprint (under-display, ultrasonic)
  • Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
• Other: Satellite SOS service

Battery

• Type: Li-Ion 4700 mAh
• Charging:
  • 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS (55% in 30 minutes)
  • 15W wireless (with Pixel Stand)
  • 12W wireless (with Qi compatible charger)
  • Reverse wireless
  • Bypass charging (with “Limit to 80%” option enabled)

Miscellaneous

• Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony
• Models: G2YBB, GUR25, G1B60
• SAR (EU):
  • 0.99 W/kg (head)
  • 1.40 W/kg (body)
• Price:
  • $474.95
  • £474.99
  • €569.96

Tests

• Performance:
  • AnTuTu: 1,224,020 (v10)
  • GeekBench: 4489 (v6)
  • 3DMark: 2587 (Wild Life Extreme)
• Display: 2232 nits max brightness (measured)
• Loudspeaker: -25.0 LUFS (Very good)
• Battery (new):
• Active use score: 13 hours, 5 minutes

Network and connection :

The smartphone supports several network technologies, including GSM, HSPA, LTE and the latest 5G, and as 5G networks are still expanding around the world, ensuring fast connectivity and future views for users. Equipped with Wi-Fi 802.11 A/B/G/A/AC/6E/7. It supports the fastest wireless internet standard and Bluetooth 5.3, supporting faster and more stable connections. The inclusion of NFC allows for comfortable mobile payments, and mobile phones provide GPS support with L1+L5, Glonass, Galileo, BDS, QZSS and NAVIC for accurate location tracking. There is also a USB Type-C 3.2 port for high-speed data transmission and charging processes.

Create and View :

The smartphone features glass protected by the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and back, and is characterized by a high-quality build combined with a durable aluminum frame. The IP68 rating ensures that your phone is dust-resistant and waterproof, and that it is perfect for active lifestyle users to dive up to 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes.

The device has a 6.3-inch OLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2424 pixels, offering excellent clarity at ~422 ppi pixel density. With a 120 Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support, the display offers lively colours and smooth visuals, especially when playing or watching HDR-supported content. Additionally, the 2700 nit exhibit with a typical brightness and 1800 nits are ideal for outdoor consumption even in direct sunlight.

Performance and Platform :

With Android 14 with an upgrade path to Android 15, this smartphone ensures a smooth and responsive user experience with up to 7 years of great updates. This device is operated by a Google Tensor G4 chipset created with the 4-nm process. This provides a robust combination of performance and energy efficiency. The octa-core CPU (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4, 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 and 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) offers excellent speed and multitasking capabilities.

The Mali-G715 MC7 GPU takes over graphics-intensive applications and plays them easily. In benchmark tests, the phones were excellent, achieved on the nerd bench with over 1.2 million people on Antutu and 4489 with demanding applications and games that exert delay or stud sound in the 3DMARK Wild Life Extreme Test 2587. Storage and Memory
The device comes with two memory options: 128 GB with 12 GB RAM or 256 GB with 12 GB RAM. Both use UFS 3.1 technology to use fast read/write speeds. However, the missing MicroSD card slot means that users are limited to integrated memory. Nevertheless, the broad options of 128 GB or 256 GB should be sufficient for most users, as well as for those with a wide range of media libraries.

Camera function :

The main camera setup includes a dual camera system. With optical image stabilization (OIS) and a 50mp width with 48MP ultrawidth lens, it allows for high quality photography under a variety of conditions. The large size of the main sensor (1/1.31 inch) and dual-pixel PDAF (phase detection autofocus) contribute to taking sharp and detailed images even in low lighting conditions. The camera system supports 4K video recording at 24/30/60fps, while 1080p video supports smooth, slower and more at up to 240fps.

For selfie enthusiasts, the 10.5 MP front camera has an ultra-high lens (1:2.2, 20 mm) with PDAF, HDR and panoramic modes, providing excellent quality for video calls and selfies. The front camera can record 4K video at 30/60 FPS and 1080p video at 30/60 FPS. This makes it ideal for video blogs and high quality video content.

Battery and Shop :

With a 4700 mAh-li-li-li-ion battery, this smartphone offers great durability for daily use. In actual tests, we achieved 13 hours and 5 minutes of active time. The device supports charging almost 27W cabinets. This allows the battery to be charged to 55% in just 30 minutes, allowing users to quickly return on the device. It also supports a 15W wireless charging process with pixel stand and a 12 wordless load using all QI compatible chargers. Additionally, it offers a reverse wireless shop so that users can charge other devices, such as earphones and wearables.

Sound and Multimedia :

Your phone has stereo speakers that provide a rich, immersive audio experience. The speaker is impressive with an air rating of -25.0, showing high quality sound reproduction. However, there is no 3.5mm headphone bushing. This can be a disadvantage for users who prefer wired audio.

Other features :

The device includes a fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, compass and a barometer that ensures a variety of advanced features under the display. Additionally, it provides satellite SOS services for emergencies and adds additional security levels to users.

Conclusion:

In summary, the new smartphone, unveiled in August 2024, is a powerhouse device that combines top-notch performance, most modern features and premium design. It excels in areas such as display quality, camera performance, processing performance, and battery life. This is a great choice for tech enthusiasts and the average user too. With 5G connectivity, long-term software support and many advanced features, this device will continue to be relevant for the next few years. The lack of MicroSD card slots and 3.5mm headphone books may be a disadvantage, but these outweigh the extraordinary overall performance and modern features, making them one of the best smartphones on the market.