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AED 6,499
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₹1,79,999
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Smartphone · Google · 2024
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 1TB is Google's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.8 inches, 109.7 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5060 mAh battery. At AED 6,499 in the UAE and ₹1,79,999 in India, it sits firmly in the flagship tier.
The Pixel 9 Pro XL excels with its 50MP main sensor (1/1.31", 1.2µm) and 48MP periscope telephoto (5x optical zoom, OIS), delivering unmatched detail in low light and distant shots. Its 5060mAh battery sustains 49:30h endurance and supports 70% charge in 30 minutes via 37W wired PD3.0. The 1TB storage and Android 14 upgradable to Android 16 with seven major updates ensure longevity. Ideal for professional photographers needing computational HDR+ and zero shutter lag at 5x zoom, or users in UAE/India with unreliable networks who rely on its 25-band 5G coverage including mmWave and Sub6. Weakness: thermals throttle under sustained 4K60 video recording, causing frame drops after 8 minutes. In UAE at AED 6499, it’s competitive because no other phone offers 1TB + 7-year updates at this price. In India at ₹179999, it’s overpriced—Samsung’s S24 Ultra offers similar zoom and battery at ₹159999 with better cooling.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Ion 5060 mAh |
| Charging | 37W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 70% in 30 min 23W wireless (w/ Pixel Stand) 12W wireless (w/ Qi compatible charger) Reverse wireless Bypass charging |
| Battery Capacity | 5060 mAh |
| Triple | 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, |
| Features | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
| Video | 8K@30fps (via cloud-based upscaling), 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
| Single | 42 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), 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 - GGX8B |
| 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 - GGX8B |
| 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 | 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm (6.41 x 3.02 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 221 g (7.80 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Type | LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.8 inches, 109.7 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1344 x 2992 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~486 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 4 |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 1024 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature) |
| Colors | Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian |
| Models | GGX8B, GZC4K, GQ57S |
| SAR EU | 0.99 W/kg (head) 1.40 W/kg (body) |
| Price | ₹ 109,000 / $ 413.88 / £ 405.00 / € 489.99 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1380138 (v10) GeekBench: 4854 (v6) 3DMark: 2540 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 2365 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -25.5 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 12:32h |
| Energy | Class B |
| Battery | 49:30h endurance, 1000 cycles |
| Free fall | Class A (270 falls) |
| Repairability | Class C |
| 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 Pro XL.
It remains a strong choice in 2026 if you prioritize software updates and camera quality over raw hardware specs, as Google’s long-term support and AI features keep it relevant. For users who value clean Android and consistent performance, it offers good value despite its age.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 1TB is priced at AED 6499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 1TB is priced at ₹179999 in India. It is available through official Google Store channels and select authorized electronics retailers.
The camera delivers exceptional photo quality with accurate colors, strong low-light performance, and natural HDR processing. Its computational photography ensures sharp, detailed shots even in challenging lighting conditions.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including streaming, browsing, and camera use. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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