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AED 4,699
India Price
₹1,29,999
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Smartphone · Google · 2024
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 256GB 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 4,699 in the UAE and ₹1,29,999 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The Pixel 9 Pro XL excels with its 50MP main sensor (1/1.31", 1.2µm) and 48MP periscope telephoto offering 5x optical zoom, delivering unmatched detail in low light and distant subjects. Its 5060mAh battery sustains 49:30h endurance and supports 37W wired charging, hitting 70% in 30 minutes — rare for a flagship. The 109.7cm² screen with 2992x1344 resolution and 486ppi ensures crisp, immersive viewing. Ideal for professional mobile photographers needing pixel-level control and computational HDR without bulky gear. Weakness: thermals throttle under prolonged 5x zoom video recording, causing frame drops after 8 minutes. In UAE at AED 4699, it’s competitive because no rival offers this zoom depth and Android 16 upgrade promise. In India at ₹129999, it’s overpriced — the OnePlus 12R delivers 120W charging and same Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance for ₹79999.
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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 | 256 |
| 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. Google's long-term support and clean Android experience make it a reliable buy for users who value consistency over frequent upgrades.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 256GB is priced at AED 4699 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 256GB is priced at ₹129999 in India. It is available through official Google Store channels and select authorized electronics retailers.
The camera delivers exceptional photo quality with outstanding low-light performance and natural color processing. Its computational photography excels in capturing detailed, well-exposed images in challenging lighting conditions.
The battery life lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including screen-on time for photos, videos, and apps. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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