Pixel 9
GoogleReleased Jan 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Apr 2, 2026
Premium smartphone with long-lasting battery, 7-year software support, and innovative AI features in a sleek, iPhone-like design. The Google Pixel 9 scores 81/100 based on 8 expert reviews in the smartphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcmag, Droid-life, Moorinsightsstrategy, and Sypnotix.
Critic Score
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Pros
- Good battery life(5)
- 7 years of software updates(3)
- Premium build quality that feels like an iphone in the hand(2)
- Premium design and build(2)
- Fun ai features(2)
Cons
- Lacks telephoto lens(2)
- Slow charging speeds(2)
8 Publication Reviews
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The Pixel 9 combines thoughtful design, solid performance, and outstanding cameras in a compact Android phone enhanced by Google's burgeoning Gemini AI.
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The Pixel 9 offers premium hardware, excellent performance, and great battery life, making it a strong smartphone option despite lacking some Pro features.
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The Pixel 9 is, in almost every way, the best Pixel Google has ever made, with excellent camera performance, premium build quality, and comprehensive AI features.
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The Google Pixel 9 provides an excellent Android experience with strong battery life, premium build, and impressive camera features, though it has some camera design and occasional performance issues.
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The Pixel 9 offers a fantastic camera, smooth display, and reliable fingerprint sensor, but its new price points and lack of must-have upgrades for non-AI users make it a mixed recommendation.
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The Pixel 9 is a trickier recommendation than normal due to its price increase, lack of upgrades in certain areas and push towards AI features that aren’t all in a ready to ship state.
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