Google has launched its latest flagship smartphones, the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL Globally including in India, as promised. The Pixel 9 features a 6.3-inch FHD+ OLED Actua display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 2,700 nits of peak brightness. The Pixel 9 Pro comes with a slightly larger 6.3-inch 1.5K display, also at 120Hz, while the new Pixel 9 Pro XL boasts a 6.7-inch Quad HD+ screen, both offering up to 3,000 nits peak brightness—an increase of 25% compared to their predecessors.
All smartphones run on Google’s Tensor G4 SoC, support 5G SA/NSA and include the Titan M2 Security chip. The Pixel 9 Pro models also feature upgraded vapour chamber cooling. These devices run on Android 14 and will receive Android and security updates for seven years. The Pixel 9 series also introduces Satellite SOS in the US.
Design-wise, the Pixel 9 has a polished back with a satin-finish metal frame, while the Pixel 9 Pro sports a silky matte back with a polished metal frame. Both models are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back and come with IP68 ratings for dust and water resistance.
Camera Specs and Features -
The Pixel 9 and 9 Pro series feature a new 50MP sensor with OIS, complemented by a second 50MP sensor. The Pixel 9 retains the same 11MP front camera as the Pixel 8, but the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL include a 42MP autofocus front camera and add a 48MP telephoto camera with OIS.
Additional features include Astrophotography, Portrait Mode, Face Unblur, Long Exposure, Action Pan, Real Tone, Panorama, Top Shot, and Frequent Faces. The devices support 8K video recording at 30 FPS powered by Video Boost, with up to 20x Super Res Zoom in Night Sight Video or Video Boost on the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL.
New features like Add Me allow users to take a group photo, then swap places with someone and take a second photo with themselves included. The Magic Editor’s Reimagine feature can create anything by simply describing what you want, while Auto Frame in Magic Editor uses AI to generate better framing options for existing photos. Zoom Enhance intelligently fills in gaps between pixels and predicts fine details for high-quality post-capture zoom results.
Google Pixel 9 Specifications -
| Display | 6.3-inch (1080 x 2424 pixels) FHD+ AMOLED display with 60 / 120 Hz refresh rate, up to 2700 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection |
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 processor with Titan M2 security chip |
| RAM/Storage | 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, 128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1 storage |
| OS/UI | Android 14, 7 years of OS, security, and Feature Drop updates |
| SIM | Dual SIM (nano + eSIM) |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP rear camera with 1/1.31″ Samsung GNK sensor, OIS, LDAF, Samsung GN2 sensor, f/1.68 aperture, 48MP 125° Ultra-wide camera with 1/2.51″ Sony IMX858 sensor, f/1.7 aperture, macro option, 10-bit HDR recording, Cinematic Blur, high resolution 8x zoom, 4K 60 fps video recording |
| Front Camera | 10.5MP 92.8° front camera with 1/3″ Samsung 3J1 sensor, f/2.2 aperture, 4K 60 fps video recording, face unlock |
| Features | Ultrasonic In-display fingerprint scanner, USB Type-C audio, Stereo speakers, Dust and Water-resistant (IP68) |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 198g |
| Connectivity | 5G SA/NA, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 802.11be (2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.3 LE, GPS, USB Type C 3.2, NFC, Satellite SOS (US Only) |
| Battery/Charger | 4700mAh battery with 27W wired fast charging, 15W wireless charging |
Google Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL Specifications -
| Pixel 9 Pro | Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
| Display | 6.3-inch (1280 x 2856 pixels) 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with 1-120 Hz refresh rate, up to 3000 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection | 6.8-inch (1344 x 2992 pixels) QHD+ AMOLED display with 1-120 Hz refresh rate, up to 3000 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection |
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 processor with Titan M2 security chip | Google Tensor G4 processor with Titan M2 security chip |
| RAM/Storage | 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (US only) UFS 3.1 storage | 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (US only) UFS 3.1 storage |
| OS/UI | Android 14, 7 years of OS, security, and Feature Drop updates | Android 14, 7 years of OS, security, and Feature Drop updates |
| SIM | Dual SIM (nano + eSIM) | Dual SIM (nano + eSIM) |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP rear camera with 1/1.31″ Samsung GNK sensor, f/1.68 aperture, OIS, LDAF, Samsung GN2 sensor, f/1.68 aperture, 48MP 123° Ultra-wide camera with 1/2.51″ Sony IMX858 sensor, f/1.7 aperture, macro option, 48MP 5x telephoto camera with 1/2.51″ Sony IMX858, f/2.8 aperture, OIS, 30x digital zoom, 10-bit HDR recording, Cinematic Blur, 4K 60 fps video recording | 50MP rear camera with 1/1.31″ Samsung GNK sensor, f/1.68 aperture, OIS, LDAF, Samsung GN2 sensor, f/1.68 aperture, 48MP 123° Ultra-wide camera with 1/2.51″ Sony IMX858 sensor, f/1.7 aperture, macro option, 48MP 5x telephoto camera with 1/2.51″ Sony IMX858, f/2.8 aperture, OIS, 30x digital zoom, 10-bit HDR recording, Cinematic Blur, 4K 60 fps video recording |
| Front Camera | 42MP 103° front camera with 1/2.51″ Sony IMX858 sensor, autofocus, f/2.2 aperture, 4K 60 fps video recording, face unlock | 42MP 103° front camera with 1/2.51″ Sony IMX858 sensor, autofocus, f/2.2 aperture, 4K 60 fps video recording, face unlock |
| Features | Ultrasonic In-display fingerprint scanner, Temperature sensor, USB Type-C audio, Stereo speakers, Dust and Water-resistant (IP68) | Ultrasonic In-display fingerprint scanner, Temperature sensor, USB Type-C audio, Stereo speakers, Dust and Water-resistant (IP68) |
| Dimensions | 152.8x 72x 8.5mm | 162.8x 76.6x 8.5mm |
| Weight | 199g | 221g |
| Connectivity | 5G SA/NA, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 802.11be (2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.3 LE, GPS, USB Type C 3.2, NFC | 5G SA/NA, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 802.11be (2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.3 LE, GPS, USB Type C 3.2, NFC |
| Battery/Charger | 4700mAh battery with 27W wired fast charging, 21W wireless charging | 5060mAh battery with 37W wired fast charging, 23W wireless charging |
Pricing and Availability -
- The Google Pixel 9 is priced at Rs. 79,999 for the 256GB model in India. In the U.S., it starts at USD 799 (approximately Rs. 67,050) for the 128GB model and USD 899 (approximately Rs. 75,435) for the 256GB version.
- The Google Pixel 9 Pro starts at Rs. 1,09,999 in India, while in the U.S., it begins at USD 999 (approximately Rs. 83,835).
- The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is priced at Rs. 1,24,999 for the 256GB model and Rs. 1,39,999 for the 512GB model in India. In the U.S., the starting price is USD 1,099 (approximately Rs. 92,225).
Pre-orders for these phones open at 12 noon on August 14th on Flipkart, as well as at over 150 Croma and Reliance Retail outlets across 15 cities in India. The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL will be available starting August 22nd, with the Pixel 9 Pro following at a later date.
Limited-time launch offers for Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL in India include -
- Rs. 4000 Off (Pixel 9) / Rs. 10,000 off (Pixel 9 Pro XL) with ICICI Bank Credit and Debit Cards
- Up to 12 months of no-cost EMI
- Get Pixel Buds Pro at Rs. 7999
- Extra Rs.8,000 off on exchange of select models
Three New Google-Owned Walk-In Centers -
In partnership with Flipkart's service arm, F1 Info Solutions and Services, Google is opening Google-owned Walk-In Centers in Delhi and Bengaluru today, August 14th, with a third location in Mumbai set to open soon.
These centres provide service for various Google products available in India, including Pixel phones, Watch, Buds, FitBit and Nest devices—regardless of where the products were purchased or whether they are in or out of warranty.
