Google Pixel 6 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Our Verdict: The Pixel 6 and the Pixel 9 Pro XL are three years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery of the two, 5060mAh against 4614mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 9 Pro XL has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.4" and sharper at 460 PPI. Storage goes higher on the 9 Pro XL, up to 1TB against 128GB, and the 6 is the lighter phone at 0g against 199g. Coming from the 6, the 9 Pro XL is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 6 starts at £130 SIM-free.
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 10 reviews |
4.4 13 reviews |
| Screen | 6.4" | 6.8" |
| Display | AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1280 x 2856 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 42 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Google Tensor (5nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 4,614 mAh | 5,060 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | 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/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 160.4 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 0 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£45.00/mo
£299.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £130.00 | £364.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 6 or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 6's 6.4", the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Google Pixel 6 uses a AMOLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 6 or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 6 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 6 or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 6 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £130.00.
What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 6 is available in 128GB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL use?
The Google Pixel 6 is powered by the Google Tensor (5nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 6 or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 6 is lighter but the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is more compact. It's 199g lighter at 0 grams, though the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Google Pixel 6 is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 6 or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL run?
The Google Pixel 6 runs Android 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.