UAE Price
AED 3,099
India Price
₹89,999
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Smartphone · Google · 2024
The Google Pixel 9 256GB is Google's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.3 inches, 94.7 cm2 (~86.1% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4700 mAh battery. At AED 3,099 in the UAE and ₹89,999 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The Pixel 9 excels with its 4700 mAh battery delivering 49:12h endurance and 27W wired charging that hits 55% in 30 minutes, plus seven major Android upgrades through Android 16. Its 1080 x 2424 display at 422 ppi ensures crisp text and media, while the 10.5 MP ultrawide with PDAF captures detailed wide-angle shots. This phone targets photographers who prioritize computational imaging over megapixel counts and need long-term software support. Its weakness is thermal throttling under sustained 5G gaming—Cortex-X4 peaks quickly, causing frame drops after 15 minutes. In UAE at AED 3099, it’s competitive because no rival offers seven Android upgrades at this price with reliable 27W PD3.0 charging. In India at ₹89999, it’s overpriced: the Redmi K70 Pro offers 120W charging and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for ₹59999, making the Pixel’s software edge insufficient to justify the premium.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Ion 4700 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 55% in 30 min 15W wireless (w/ Pixel Stand) 12W wireless (w/ Qi compatible charger) Reverse wireless Bypass charging |
| Battery Capacity | 4700 mAh |
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/1.7, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF |
| Features | Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
| Single | 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.22µm, PDAF |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 - G2YBB |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - G2YBB |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 198 g (6.98 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Type | OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1800 nits (HBM), 2700 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.3 inches, 94.7 cm2 (~86.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2424 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~422 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 4 |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony |
| Models | G2YBB, GUR25, G1B60 |
| SAR EU | 0.99 W/kg (head) 1.40 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $ 297.00 / £ 299.99 / € 392.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1224020 (v10) GeekBench: 4489 (v6) 3DMark: 2587 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 2232 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -25.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 13:05h |
| Energy | Class A |
| Battery | 49:12h endurance, 1000 cycles |
| Free fall | Class A (270 falls) |
| Repairability | Class B |
| Announced | 2024, August 13 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, August 22 |
| OS | Android 14, upgradable to Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the Pixel 9.
It depends on your needs, but by 2026, software updates may end, reducing long-term value. If you prioritize clean Android and AI features over future-proofing, it can still be a solid choice for light users.
The Google Pixel 9 256GB is priced at AED 3099 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Google Pixel 9 256GB is priced at ₹89999 in India. It is available through official Google Store channels and select authorized electronics retailers.
The camera delivers exceptional photo quality with accurate colors and strong low-light performance. Its computational photography excels in capturing detail and dynamic range in challenging lighting.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including screen time, apps, and camera use. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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