Google Pixel 9 leads
by 9 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 9 leads overall versus Pixel 6. Software: 71.4 vs 100.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 6
Best for users who prioritize battery.
Google Pixel 9
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePixel Density
Key differencePeak Brightness
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.4"Better | 6.3" |
Resolution Phone B leads | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2424Better |
Refresh Rate Phone B leads | 90Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Needs more data | Not available | 2700 nits |
Pixel Density Phone B leads | 411 ppi | 421 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Needs more data | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceStorage
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone B leads | 8GB | 12GBBetter |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 2.8GHz | 3.1GHzBetter |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 2x2.80GHz + 2x2.25GHz + 4x1.80GHz | 1x3.1GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.92GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Phone B leads | 676831 | 1224020Better |
AnTuTu Score Phone B leads | 676831 | 1224020Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 2899 | 4489Better |
Storage Close match | 256GB | 256GB |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Phone B leads | Google Tensor (5 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)Better |
GPU Needs more data | Mali-G78 MP20 | Mali-G715 MC7 |
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceRear Camera
Rear Sensor Size
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 50MP | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 50MP + 12MP | 50MP + 48MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Close match | 1/1.31 | 1/1.31 |
Rear Aperture Phone B leads | f/1.9 | f/1.7Better |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
Front Camera Phone B leads | 8MP | 10.5MPBetter |
Front Aperture Phone A leads | f/2.0Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone B leads | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fpsBetter |
Camera Features Needs more data | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama | Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 9 generally outperforms Pixel 6 across key categories. Display Size: 6.4" vs 6.3" This makes Pixel 9 the better choice for most users, though Pixel 6 may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who need long battery life. Pixel 6 provides extended usage with efficient power management.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Pixel 9 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 51,492 | ≈ Rs 110,852 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 9 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 wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Google Pixel 9 is the better choice overall, winning in 4 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Google Pixel 6 advantage), Resolution (Google Pixel 9 advantage), Refresh Rate (Google Pixel 9 advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 9 advantage), RAM (Google Pixel 9 advantage).
Google Pixel 9 delivers better camera performance overall.
Google Pixel 6 offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Google Pixel 6: non-PTA approximately Rs 51,492; PTA not entered. Google Pixel 9: non-PTA approximately Rs 110,852; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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