The Google Pixel 9 has a 6.3-inch OLED display, a Tensor G4 chip and 12 GB of RAM. It launched with Android 14, and Google promised seven years of software support. The base model is aimed at people who want a smaller phone without giving up a smooth display and long-term updates.
The Google Pixel 9 has a 6.3-inch OLED display, a Tensor G4 chip and 12 GB of RAM. It launched with Android 14, and Google promised seven years of software support. The base model is aimed at people who want a smaller phone without giving up a smooth display and long-term updates.
Size and durability
The Pixel 9 measures 152.8 × 72 × 8.5 mm and weighs 198 g. Its dimensions strike a balance between screen space for watching content and a body that is easier to hold than a large phone.
Its IP68 rating indicates resistance to dust and water. It does not mean the phone is water-resistant under all conditions or that its resistance will remain unchanged with use.
The range also includes the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL. They differ in size and some features, so the Pro model’s camera and charging specifications should not automatically be attributed to the base Pixel 9.
6.3-inch OLED display
The base Pixel 9’s display has a resolution of 2424 × 1080 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz. The higher refresh rate helps make scrolling and animations look smoother. HDR10+ support is useful when watching compatible high-dynamic-range content.
Peak brightness reaches 2,700 nits, which helps with outdoor readability. This is a peak figure, not a brightness level the display maintains across its entire surface at all times.
Tensor G4 and memory
The Google Tensor G4 chip is also optimized for artificial intelligence and machine learning tasks. The phone uses it for features such as photo processing and voice commands.
The Pixel 9 has 12 GB of RAM, which helps when working with multiple apps. It is available with 128 GB or 256 GB of internal storage. When choosing a version, consider how many photos, videos and other files you want to keep on the phone.
Camera and charging: What applies to the Pixel 9 Pro
The Pixel 9 range uses Tensor G4 image processing. The Pixel 9 Pro has a 42-megapixel front camera for selfies and video calls. Resolution alone, however, does not guarantee image quality. This specification applies to the Pro model, not the base Pixel 9.
The Pixel 9 Pro has a 4,700 mAh battery and supports 27 W wired charging and 21 W wireless charging. Both the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL support reverse charging, which lets the phone charge another device. These battery and charging details describe the Pro models, not the base Pixel 9.
Android and seven years of support
The Pixel 9 launched with Android 14. Google promised seven years of software support, including operating system and security updates. For longer-term use, that means the phone can continue to receive security fixes and new OS versions years after launch.
The Pixel 9 combines relatively compact dimensions, a smooth OLED display and a long promised support period. When assessing its camera and charging, however, it is important to distinguish the base model from the Pro versions.