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iPhone 16 vs Pixel 9 Pro

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Apple iPhone 16 128GB

Apple iPhone 16 128GB

AED 3,199

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Google Pixel 9 Pro 128GB

Google Pixel 9 Pro 128GB

AED 3,699

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Best Camera

Pixel 9 Pro

Best Battery

Pixel 9 Pro

Our Verdict

iPhone 16 vs Pixel 9 Pro

The Google Pixel 9 Pro wins overall due to its superior camera system with a 48MP periscope telephoto lens offering 5x optical zoom, vastly outperforming the iPhone 16's single ultrawide setup for versatile photography. The iPhone 16 128GB suits casual users and gamers who prioritize smooth performance with its powerful hexa-core processor and blazing-fast A18 chip, plus its lighter 170g design makes extended gaming sessions comfortable. The Pixel 9 Pro 128GB is ideal for photography enthusiasts and content creators who demand professional-grade cameras, as its 50MP main sensor with f/1.7 aperture and computational photography AI capabilities deliver exceptional results in all lighting conditions. For value in India, the iPhone 16 at ₹79,900 offers better bang-for-buck with superior battery life (15:42 hours) and faster 25W charging, while the Pixel 9 Pro's ₹99,999 price tag justifies spending extra only if mobile photography is your priority.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
iPhone 16
Pixel 9 Pro
OS
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.4
Android 14, upgradable to Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)
Screen Size
6.1 inches, 91.7 cm2 (~86.8% screen-to-body ratio)
6.3 inches, 96.3 cm2 (~87.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1179 x 2556 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)
1280 x 2856 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~495 ppi density)
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF
50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/1.7, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF
Storage
128
128
Battery
3561 mAh mAh
4700 mAh mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 55% in 30 min 21W wireless (w/ Pixel Stand) 12W wireless (w/ Qi compatible charger) Reverse wireless Bypass charging
NFC
Yes
Yes
5G
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)
199 g (7.02 oz)

Price Comparison

MarketiPhone 16Pixel 9 ProDifference
UAEAED 3,199AED 3,699iPhone 16 saves AED 500
India₹ 79,900₹ 99,999iPhone 16 saves ₹ 20,099

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