Google Pixel 9

Google Aug 22, 2024

Overview

The Google Pixel 9 is a 2024 smartphone from Google. It features a 6.3" Oled display with 1080 x 2424 px resolution (421 ppi pixel density), offering a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The device is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4 nm process) with 1x 3.1GHz Cortex-4 cores, 3x 2.6GHz Cortex-720 cores and 4x 1.95GHz Cortex-520 cores, 12GB RAM LPDDR5X RAM and Mali-G715 GPU. The camera system features a 50MP Standard main sensor with f/1.69 aperture, accompanied by 48MP Wide Angle + Macro, plus a 10.5MP selfie camera. Power is provided by a 4700 mAh Li-Polymer battery with 27W fast charging. The phone runs on Android 14, upgradable to 21. Available in multiple configurations: 12GB RAM + 128GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage. Color options include Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony.

Basic Information

Google Pixel 9
BrandGoogle
ModelGoogle Pixel 9
Launch DateThursday, August 22, 2024
Release Year2024
Dimensions152.8 × 72 × 8.5 mm
Weight198 g
Volume93.51 cm³
Available Colors
  • Obsidian
  • Porcelain
  • Wintergreen
  • Peony

Google Pixel 9 was released on Thursday, August 22, 2024. The phone measures 152.8 × 72 × 8.5 mm with a volume of 93.51 cm³ and weighs 198g. It features a 6.3" Oled display with 1080 x 2424 px resolution (421 ppi pixel density) and 120 HzHz refresh rate. The device is available in the following colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony.

Display

Size6.3"
TypeOled
Resolution1080 x 2424 px
Pixel Density421 ppi
Aspect Ratio20:9
Refresh Rate120 Hz
BrightnessHBM: 1800 nits
Contrast Ratio2000000:1
HDR SupportHDR10+
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Additional Features
  • Hole-punch Notch
  • Peak brightness - 2700 cd/m²
  • Always-On Display
  • DCI-P3
  • Scratch resistant
  • 2.5D curved glass screen
  • Capacitive
  • Multi-touch
  • Frameless

The Google Pixel 9 features a 6.3" Oled display with 1080 x 2424 px resolution (421 ppi pixel density) in 20:9 aspect ratio. The display offers HBM mode reaching 1800 nits. It delivers smooth 120 Hz refresh rate and impressive 2000000:1 contrast ratio. The screen supports advanced HDR formats including HDR10+. Display protection is provided by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. User-centric features include hole-punch notch, always-on display, multi-touch. Technical capabilities include peak brightness - 2700 cd/m², dci-p3, 2.5d curved glass screen, capacitive, frameless. Additional protection features include scratch resistant.

Sensors

Security Sensors
  • Fingerprint (under display)
Motion Sensors
  • accelerometer
  • gyro
Environmental Sensors
  • proximity
  • compass
  • barometer
Health SensorsN/A

For security, the Google Pixel 9 features fingerprint (under display). Motion tracking is handled by accelerometer gyro. Environmental monitoring includes proximity compass barometer.

Battery

Capacity4700 mAh
TypeLi-Polymer
Fast Charging27W
Wireless ChargingN/A
Features
  • Reverse charging
  • Non-removable
Additional Info
  • Wireless charging 15W

The Google Pixel 9 is equipped with a 4700 mAh Li-Polymer battery. It features fast charging at 27W. The battery system includes reverse charging, non-removable. Additional features include wireless charging 15w.

Hardware

ChipsetGoogle Tensor G4
CPU
  • 1x 3.1GHz Cortex-4
  • 3x 2.6GHz Cortex-720
  • 4x 1.95GHz Cortex-520
Processor Details
  • processor type: Octa-Core
  • production process: 4 nm
  • max freq: 3.1 GHz
  • 64-bit
GPUMali-G715 @ 940 MHz
RAM & Storage12GB RAM LPDDR5X, 128GB
Google Pixel 9 Versions:
  • 12GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
AnTuTu Score1,071,616 (v10)
Additional FeaturesCooling System
Sensors
  • Fingerprint
  • Proximity
  • Light sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Barometer
Audio Features
  • Noise cancellation microphone
  • Stereo Speakers
  • 3 microphones
SD Card SlotNo
Battery4700 mAh

The Google Pixel 9 is equipped with Google Tensor G4 built on 4 nm process technology with 64-bit architecture. The processor features 1x 3.1GHz Cortex-4 and 3x 2.6GHz Cortex-720 and 4x 1.95GHz Cortex-520. Graphics processing is handled by Mali-G715 running at 940 MHz. The device comes with 12GB RAM (RAM LPDDR5X) and 128GB storage. In AnTuTu benchmark v10, it achieves 1,071,616 points. Audio capabilities include Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones. The Google Pixel 9 features advanced cooling system. Integrated sensors include Fingerprint, Proximity, Light sensor, Accelerometer. The device is powered by a 4700 mAh battery. The Google Pixel 9 is available in 12GB RAM + 128GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 128GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 128GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage configurations.

Connectivity

WiFi
WiFi Standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11n 5GHz
  • 802.11ac
  • WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
Other WiFi Features
  • Dual band
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Wi-Fi Direct
  • Wi-Fi Display
  • Wi-Fi MiMO
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
  • LE (Low Energy)
  • APT-x
  • LDAC
  • SBC
  • AAC
GPS
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Beidou
  • QZSS
  • Galileo
  • GLONASS (L1)
  • NavIC System
  • GNSS
Network Bands
5G

  • n1 (2100)
  • n2 (1900 PCS)
  • n3 (1800)
  • n5 (850)
  • n7 (2600)
  • n8 (900)
  • n12 (700)
  • n14 (700)
  • n20 (800)
  • n25 (1900)
  • n26 (850)
  • n28b (700)
  • n28a (700)
  • n30 (2300)
  • n38 (2600)
  • n40 (2300)
  • n41 (2500)
  • n66 (1700)
  • n71 (600)
  • n75 (1500)
  • n76 (1500)
  • n77 (3700)
  • n78 (3500)
  • n79 (4700)

4G LTE

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
  • B5 (850)
  • B7 (2600)
  • B8 (900)
  • B12 (700)
  • B13 (700)
  • B14 (700)
  • B17 (700)
  • B18 (800)
  • B19 (800)
  • B20 (800)
  • B25 (1900+)
  • B26 (850)
  • B28b (700)
  • B28a (700)
  • B30 (2300)
  • B32 (1500)
  • B38 (TDD 2600)
  • B39 (TDD 1900)
  • B40 (TDD 2300)
  • B41 (TDD 2500)
  • B42 (TDD 3500)
  • B48 (TDD 3600)
  • B66 (1700/2100)
  • B71 (600)
  • B75 (450)

3G

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS A-F)
  • B5 (850)
  • B6 (800)
  • B8 (900)
  • B19 (800)

2G

  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)
SIMDual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM)
USB
  • Charging
  • Mass Storage
  • USB OTG
  • USB Host
  • USB Type-C
NFCYes

The Google Pixel 9 supports 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11n 5GHz, 802.11ac, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) with features like Dual band, Hotspot, Direct, Display, MiMO. The Google Pixel 9 comes with Bluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption supporting A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), LE (Low Energy), APT-x, LDAC, SBC, AAC. For cellular connectivity, the Google Pixel 9 uses Dual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + eSIM). The Google Pixel 9 features Charging, Mass Storage, OTG, Host, USB Type-C connectivity. The Google Pixel 9 includes NFC support for contactless payments and quick device pairing. The Google Pixel 9 supports 5G bands, 4G LTE bands, 3G bands, 2G bands.

Camera Features

Video Resolution
  • 4K
  • 1080p
Frame Rates
  • 24fps
  • 30fps
  • 60fps
  • 120fps
  • 240fps
Video Features
  • HDR
  • OIS
  • EIS

The Google Pixel 9 features a 2-camera setup with a 50MP Standard main sensor (f/1.69) of 1/1.3" size and 1.20 µm pixel size. The Google Pixel 9 also includes a 48MP Wide Angle + Macro (f/1.7). For selfies, the Google Pixel 9 uses a 10.5MP front camera with f/2.2 aperture. The Google Pixel 9's camera system includes Flicker sensor, Noise reduction, Pro Video Mode.

DxOMark Scores

Mobile Camera DxOMark Scores

154
Overall
161
Photo
150
Video

Camera details

Rear Camera

Resolution: 50 MP
Aperture: f/1.69
Sensor Model: Samsung GNK
Sensor Type: ISOCELL
Pixel Size: 1.20 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/1.3"

Resolution: 48 MP
Aperture: f/1.7
Sensor Type: CMOS

Selfie Camera

Resolution: 10.5 MP
Aperture: f/2.2
Sensor Type: CMOS

Additional Features

Extra:
  • 4K Video 60fps
  • Ultra Wide angle lens 123º
Flash:
  • Dual LED
Optical Stabilisation:
  • Yes
Slow Motion Video:
  • Yes, 240 fps
Features:
  • Flicker sensor
  • Noise reduction
  • Pro Video Mode
  • 4K Video
  • Digital zoom
  • Dual camera
  • Digital image stabilization
  • Optical Stabilization (OIS)
  • Ultra stable video
  • Autofocus
  • Touch focus
  • Continuous autofocus
  • Manual focus
  • Phase detection autofocus (PDAF)
  • Laser autofocus (LAF)
  • NPU AI Engine
  • Continuous shooting
  • Geotagging
  • Panorama
  • HDR
  • Face detection
  • White balance settings
  • ISO settings
  • Exposure compensation
  • Scene mode
  • Self-timer
  • RAW
  • Night Mode

Software

OSAndroid
OS Version14
Max OS Version21

The Google Pixel 9 runs on Android 14 and is upgradable to 21. It is powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset with 1x 3.1GHz Cortex-4, 3x 2.6GHz Cortex-720 CPU configuration.

Prices

Store Price Storage RAM
Amazon DE EUR 743.77
USD 805.95
256 GB 12 GB
Amazon US USD 754.99
USD 754.99
256 GB 12 GB
Amazon UK GBP 799.00
USD 1,039.50
256 GB 12 GB
Amazon DE EUR 743.77
USD 805.95
256 GB 12 GB
Amazon US USD 754.99
USD 754.99
256 GB 12 GB
Amazon UK GBP 799.00
USD 1,039.50
256 GB 12 GB