Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads
by 6 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 9 Pro XL leads overall versus iPhone 16 Pro. Battery: 63.1 vs 91.1.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Best for users who prioritize performance and build.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone B leads | 6.3" | 6.8"Better |
Resolution Phone B leads | 1206 x 2622 | 1344 x 2992Better |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Phone B leads | 2000 nits | 3000 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Phone B leads | 458 ppi | 482 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Yes | Not available |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen), Mohs level 4 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Geekbench (Single)
Storage
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone B leads | 8GB | 16GBBetter |
RAM Type Needs more data | LPDDR5X | Not available |
CPU Clock Phone A leads | 4.05GHzBetter | 3.1GHz |
CPU Cores Needs more data | 6 | Not available |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone A leads | 2x4.05GHz + 4x2.42GHzBetter | 1x3.1GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.92GHz |
Benchmark Score Phone A leads | 1871052Better | 1380138 |
AnTuTu Score Phone A leads | 1871052Better | 1380138 |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | 3500 | Not available |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone A leads | 8283Better | 4854 |
Storage Close match | 1024GB | 1024GB |
Storage Type Phone A leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Phone A leads | Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)Better | Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MC7 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone B leads | 48MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 48MP + 12MP | 50MP + 48MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.28Better | 1/1.31 |
Rear Aperture Phone B leads | f/1.8 | f/1.7Better |
Optical Zoom Close match | 5x | 5x |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | 25x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Phone B leads | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. | 8K@30fps (via cloud-based upscaling), 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDRBetter |
Front Camera Phone B leads | 12MP | 42MPBetter |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Sony IMX714 | Not available |
Front Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
Camera Features Needs more data | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 9 Pro XL generally outperforms iPhone 16 Pro across key categories. Display Size: 6.8" vs 6.3" This makes Pixel 9 Pro XL the better choice for most users, though iPhone 16 Pro may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and build. iPhone 16 Pro excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for photographers and content creators. Pixel 9 Pro XL offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000 | ≈ Rs 138,323 |
| PTA | -- | Rs 175,000 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the better choice overall, winning in 4 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Google Pixel 9 Pro XL advantage), Resolution (Google Pixel 9 Pro XL advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 9 Pro XL advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 9 Pro XL advantage), RAM (Google Pixel 9 Pro XL advantage).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL delivers better camera performance overall.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 148,960 – Rs 301,000; PTA not entered. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: non-PTA approximately Rs 138,323; PTA Rs 175,000. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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