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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Creators cited with it: 2; From 3 reports.
First cited: December 2024; By Andres Vidoza. Last reported on July 5, 2025.
Reviewers: Praised for display and battery life; Pushback on value. From 3 reviews. What they said

$524.00

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Creators cited with this

ETA PRIMEYouTube, 1.4M followersJuly 2025
“In this video, we're going to be taking a look at the long-awaited Android desktop mode in the latest Android 16 beta on the Pixel 9 Pro XL.”
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1 more report from ETA PRIME
- July 2025
  “In this video, we explore the capabilities of the new Android 16 desktop mode on a Pixel 9 Pro XL.”
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Andres VidozaYouTube, 632K followersDecember 2024
“Android phones have been so much fun to try out and now that I'm going from the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL to the OPPO Find X8”
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What reviewers say

Based on 3 reviews, newest August 2024

What press reviews of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

Display
Battery life
Build & handling

Where reviewers push back

Value
Performance

PerformanceSplit: Reviewers are split.Snappy and cool, but trails the best flagships3 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “While I found it to be nice and nippy in general use”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “one aspect we are seriously impressed with is performance”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “Even with hours of gaming and WiFi hotspotting, our Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL didn't overheat, which is excellent going”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
Complaints (3)
- “Although that Tensor G4 chipset doesn't mark a huge leap forward in raw horsepower”
  PressTechRadar, Alex · August 2024Read the review
- “Performance can't match the best”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “While the gaming performance of the new pixels still doesn't best the finest flagships”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
DisplayRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Exceptional OLED with accurate colour and smooth 120Hz2 reviews›
Praise (4)
- “Even by flagship standards, the 6.8in OLED display is exceptional.”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “Colour accuracy on the Natural profile is once again class-leading”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “The Pixel 9 Pros deliver excellent viewing angles, vibrant colors, deep and inky blacks, and smooth 120Hz refresh rates”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “they are easy to see and playback content brilliantly”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
Battery lifeRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Big improvement; full-day life and fast wired charging3 reviews›
Praise (5)
- “the Pixel 9 Pro XL serves up superb longevity by comparison”
  PressTechRadar, Alex · August 2024Read the review
- “Massively improved battery life”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “A much more positive result was the battery life, with the Pixel 9 Pro XL showing real improvement over the Pixel 8 Pro.”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “reliable enough to last a full day without getting too toasty”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “It's also great to see Google include fast 45 wired charging”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
Ports & connectivityNot covered by enough reviews
Build & handlingMostly positive: Leans positive.Solid, elevated finish; bulkier, more generic look, a handful3 reviews›
Praise (5)
- “The fit and finish have unquestionably been elevated”
  PressTechRadar, Alex · August 2024Read the review
- “the jump in build quality is truly impressive”
  PressTechRadar, Alex · August 2024Read the review
- “they also feel exceptionally solid”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “Protection is just as good as last year, with a robust IP68 dust and water resistance rating and a layer of Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and rear.”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “small enough to easily fit into your palm and pocket”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
Complaints (2)
- “For me, that makes the phone look bulkier than before and a little more generic, and ultimately feels like a step backwards design-wise.”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “the Pixel 9 Pro XL is a handful”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.
ValueCriticised: Reviewers are critical.Expensive, with a big price jump over last year3 reviews›
Complaints (4)
- “Expensive compared to more powerful phones”
  PressTechRadar, Alex · August 2024Read the review
- “the Pixel 9 Pro XL retails for significantly more than the Pixel 8 Pro”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “If it wasn't for the big price increase, this would be a five-star review”
  PressExpert Reviews, Ben · August 2024Read the review
- “For flagships that cost as much as they do, we would expect a starting capacity of 256GB”
  PressDigital Camera World, Basil Kronfli · August 2024Read the review
  About the model family, not this exact version.