Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
Our Verdict: The Apple iPhone 17 Pro came out in 2025, after the Google Pixel 9 Pro in 2024, so it's the more recent phone. The Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the iPhone 17 Pro's 48MP, plus a 42MP selfie camera against 18MP, and there's more battery in the Pixel 9 Pro, 4700mAh to 3988mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The iPhone 17 Pro offers up to 1TB of storage versus 512GB on the Pixel 9 Pro, and the Pixel 9 Pro has the sharper display at 497 PPI to 458. Unusually, the cheaper Pixel 9 Pro takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
The Pixel 9 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £850 over a typical contract, £185 less than the iPhone 17 Pro.
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.3" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1280 x 2856 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 497 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 42 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 3,988 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 206 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 |
£9.00/mo
£799.00 upfront |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £829.00 | £324.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is cheaper on contract at £850.46 over the life of the deal from £67.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.3", the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 458, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has a LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro features a 48 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 17 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £324.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 9 Pro is lighter but the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 199 grams, though the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is slimmer at 8.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro runs Apple iOS 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.