Google Pixel 9 vs Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
Quick Comparison
Google Pixel 9 has better RAM than Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB). In terms of display resolution, Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) has better resolution of 2960 x 1440 than Google Pixel 9 which has resolution of 2424 x 1080. Google Pixel 9 has more internal memory than Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)
| Name | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) |
| RAM | 12 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3 in | 6.3 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3430 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 48 MP Dual | 12.2 MP |
| Price | Rs. 74999 | Rs. 18999 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is August 13, 2024. The cost of Google Pixel 9 is Rs. 74999. The launch Date of the second phone is October, 2018. The cost of Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) is Rs. 18999.
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 has OLED Screen type where as Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) has Screen type. Google Pixel 9 has display density of 422 PPI & Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) has only 407 PPI display density. Google Pixel 9 has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) has 18.5:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Google Pixel 9's larger 12 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)'s lower 4 GB RAM. Google Pixel 9 has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9's 50 MP + 48 MP Dual Rear Camera outclasses Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)'s 12.2 MP Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Google Pixel 9 will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 10.5 MP Front Camera in comparison to Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)'s 8 MP + 8 MP Dual Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 14 and the second one on v9.0 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Google Pixel 9 | Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB) |
| General | ||
| Model | Pixel 9, GA05842-IN | Pixel 3 XL 128GB |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Single Sim, GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | No |
| Sim Size | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | August 13, 2024 | October, 2018 |
| In The Box | Pixel 9, 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0), SIM tool | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 72 x 152.8 x 8.5 mm | 76.7 x 158 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 198 g | 184 g |
| Bezel less | No | |
| Colors | Peony, Wintergreen, Porcelain, Obsidian | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color OLED Screen (16M Colors) | Color P-OLED (16M colors Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.3 inches, 1080 x 2424 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.3 inches, 1440 x 2960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 18.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 422 PPI | ~ 407 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 82.8% | |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |
| Features | Upto 1800 Nits (HDR) and Upto 2700 Nits (Peak Brightness), >2,000,000:1 Contrast Ratio, HDR Support | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Small Notch |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | |
| 5G Bands | n1/2/3/5/7/8/12/14/20/25/26/28/30/38/40/41/66/71/75/76/77/78/79 | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Vo5G | Yes | |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2.4GHz+5GHz, HE160, MIMO | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.2 | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with Dual-band GNSS, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, QZSS, NavIC | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display | Yes |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyrometer, Magnetometer, Barometer | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Proximity, Barometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No | |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Extra | DLNA, TV Out | |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Stereo speakers, Three Microphones, Noise Suppression, Spatial Audio, AI Mobile (Google AI) | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.68 (Wide Angle) 82° field of view, 1/1.31" Image Sensor Size, Super Res Zoom up to 8x1 48 MP ƒ/1.7 (Ultra Wide) 123°, 1/2.55 | 12.2 MP |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Super Res Zoom up to 8x12, Add Me, Macro Focus, Night Sight, Astrophotography, Portrait Mode, Face Unblur, Long Exposure, Action Pan, Real Tone, Panorama, Top Shot, Frequent Faces,, Editing Features, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Best Take, Photo Unblur, Portrait Light | Face detection, Touch to focus, Laser Autofocus |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD | 4K @ 30 fps UHD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED | Yes, Dual LED |
| Front Camera | 10.5 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 95° Punch Hole | 8 MP + 8 MP Notch |
| Front Video Recording | 4K @ 24 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v14, upgradable to v15 | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 |
| CPU | 3.1 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.8 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1xCortex-X4@ 3.1GHz & 3xCortex-A720@ 2.6 GHz & 4xCortex-A520@ 1.92 GHz | |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 630 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Multimedia | ||
| Supports | SMS, MMS, IM | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | MP3, WAV, eAAC+ |
| Video | Yes | MP4, H.265 |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4700 mAh, Li-ion Battery | 3430 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 27W Fast Charging | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 15W | Yes |
| Reverse Charging | Yes | |