Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. Pixel 8 Pro Comparison

Google's Pixel 9 Pro XL offers improved features and options compared to last year's Pixel 8 Pro.

### Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. Pixel 8 Pro: A Detailed Comparison
* 📏  The Pixel 9 Pro XL comes in two size options, **6.3-inch and 6.8-inch**, while the 8 Pro was only available in a **6.7-inch size**.
* 🔋  The 9 Pro XL has a larger **5,600 mAh battery** compared to the 8 Pro's **5,500 mAh**, with Google claiming both phones can **last more than 24 hours**.
* 💰  The Pixel 9 Pro XL starts at **$1,000**, slightly cheaper than the 8 Pro which started at **$1,100**.
* 🧠  The 9 Pro XL features Google's latest **Tensor G4 chip with 16 GB of RAM**, while the 8 Pro has the **G3 chip with 12 GB of RAM**.
* 📶  The 9 Pro XL introduces **satellite connectivity for emergency services**, a feature not available on the 8 Pro.
* 📷  Both phones have similar camera specs, including a triple camera system with a **50MP wide, 48MP ultra-wide, and 48MP telephoto lens**, but the 9 Pro XL has a **42MP front camera** compared to the 8 Pro's **10.5MP**.
* 🎨  The 9 Pro XL introduces new camera features like **"add me"** and **"reimagine,"** along with updates to the **magic editor**.
* 🎨  The 9 Pro XL comes in new colors, including **rose quartz and hazel**, in addition to the porcelain and obsidian options available for the 8 Pro.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. Pixel 8 Pro Spec Comparison: What’s Different?

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Comparing Google's Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 8 Pro

The Pixel 9 Pro XL offers two size options (6.

8-inch) this year, while the 8 Pro had only one 6.

The 9 Pro XL is slightly heavier and has a higher battery capacity (5,600 mAh) compared to the 9 Pro (4,700 mAh) and 8 Pro (5,500 mAh).

The 9 Pro XL is also more expensive, starting at $1,000, while the 8 and 9 Pro start at $1,100.

Comparison of Google Pixel 8 Pro and 9 Pro XL

The Pixel 8 Pro offers 12 GB of RAM and last year's G3 chip, while the 9 Pro XL has 16 GB of RAM and the new Tensor G4 chip.

The 9 Pro XL features satellite connectivity for emergency services and offers a free year of Google One AI Premium for advanced Gemini features.

Both phones have similar display specs, but the 9 Pro XL has a higher peak brightness and a slight resolution difference.

Comparing the Camera Systems of the 9 Pro XL and 8 Pro

The 9 Pro XL and 8 Pro have similar camera specs, both featuring a triple camera system with a 50MP wide, 48MP ultra-wide, and 48MP telephoto lens.

The 9 Pro XL has a 42MP front camera, compared to the 10.

5MP on the 8 Pro, and both can capture 4K video.

The 9 Pro XL introduces new camera features like "add me" for group photos and "reimagine" for photo transformation, along with an updated magic editor.

Battery and Charging Features of the 9 Pro XL and 8 Pro

The 9 Pro XL has a 560 mAh battery, slightly larger than the 8 Pro's 550 mAh battery.

Both phones are expected to last over 24 hours, with the 8 Pro offering up to 72 hours and the 9 Pro XL up to 100 hours with extreme battery saver.

The 9 Pro XL also supports faster charging at 45 W, compared to the 8 Pro's 30 W, and both models offer wireless charging.

Key Differences Between Pixel 9 Pro XL and 8 Pro

The Pixel 9 Pro XL features obsidian, rose quartz, and hazel, setting it apart from the 8 Pro.

The new phone is available for pre-order, with shipping expected in the coming weeks.

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