Google Pixel 9 Pro
Small, yet mighty
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is the first Pro-level device Google is offering in the same size as the standard-sized Pixel 9. The phone has a rear triple-camera system, a 42MP selfie camera, 16GB of RAM, and the powerful Tensor G4 processor with many amazing new AI features, all in a smaller package than ever.
For
- Faster charging
- Brighter display
- Higher-resolution selfie camera
- Faster processor
- More RAM
- Smaller size
- One year of Gemini Advanced for free
Against
- Smaller battery
- Boxier design
- Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor could conflict with some screen protectors
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Cheaper with some tradeoffs
Last year's flagship phone is still in the spotlight, thanks to Google's promise of regular updates and feature additions. It's got all the best of Gemini, especially when you pair it with a Google One subscription, plus the award-winning cameras everyone knows and loves.
For
- "Friendlier" curved frame
- Bigger battery
- Still gets six more years of updates
- Lower price
Against
- Selfie camera isn't as good
- Less RAM
- Slower, less efficient processor
- No Satellite connectivity
- Larger (if you don't like that)
- Heavier
