Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Our verdict: Over a typical contract, expect to pay £732.20 less with the Google Pixel 10 Pro than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL. That said, neither phone sweeps the display: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is bigger at 6.8" while the Google Pixel 10 Pro is sharper at 497 PPI. For a lighter carry, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL wins at 199g. Going SIM-free keeps things simple, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the more affordable option at £345.00.
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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.4 13 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.8" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2856 | 1280 x 2856 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 497 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 42 Megapixels | 42 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android 15 | 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 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 207 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£12.95/mo
£309.00 upfront |
£37.00/mo
£399.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £599.00 | £345.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Google Pixel 10 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is cheaper on contract at £589.80 over the life of the deal from £12.95 per month with £309.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 10 Pro's 6.3", the Google Pixel 10 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 460, and the Google Pixel 10 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 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 Google Pixel 10 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £345.00.
What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 10 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Google Pixel 10 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL use?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is powered by the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the more portable of the two — it's 8g lighter at 199 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.
Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Google Pixel 10 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL run?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro runs Android 15 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 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.