Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is the newer of the two, a 2024 release against the Apple iPhone 12 Pro's 2020. The Pixel 9 Pro has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 12MP, plus a 42MP selfie camera against 12MP, and there's more battery in the Pixel 9 Pro, 4700mAh to 2815mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The Pixel 9 Pro has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.3" against 6.1" and sharper at 497 PPI, and the iPhone 12 Pro is the lighter phone at 189g against 199g. The Pixel 9 Pro is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 12 Pro is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Buying outright, the iPhone 12 Pro starts at £180 SIM-free.
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Google Pixel 9 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 19 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 1280 x 2856 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 497 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 42 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 2,815 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | iOS 14.1 | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
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| SIM-free | £179.99 | £324.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 12 Pro's 6.1", the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 457, and the Apple iPhone 12 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has a LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 10g lighter at 189 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro runs iOS 14.1 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.