The Pixel 9 Pro XL launched in India in August 2024 at Rs 1,24,999 for 16 GB plus 256 GB. It is the large-screen version of the Pixel 9 Pro and the successor to the Pixel 8 Pro, positioned against the Galaxy S24 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The flat aluminium sides and rounded corners make it more comfortable than its size suggests.
Its 6.8-inch LTPO OLED runs at 1344 x 2992 and up to 120Hz, with excellent brightness and colour accuracy. Tensor G4 and 16 GB of RAM drive Gemini Live, Pixel Screenshots, Add Me and Magic Editor. As with earlier Tensor phones, sustained gaming performance and heat management are behind Qualcomm's best, but the phone feels quick in daily use.
Cameras are identical to the smaller Pro: a 50 MP main, 48 MP ultrawide, 48 MP 5x telephoto and a 42 MP selfie camera, all capable of excellent results, with Video Boost for cloud-processed footage. The 5060 mAh battery is the largest in the 2024 Pixel line, charging at up to 37W with a compatible adapter. The S24 Ultra counters with the S Pen and 10x zoom.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 124,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | August 2024 |
| Segment | Flagship |
| Display | 6.8-inch, LTPO OLED (Super Actua), 120Hz, 1344 x 2992 |
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 |
| RAM | 16 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main + 48 MP ultrawide + 48 MP 5x telephoto |
| Front camera | 42 MP |
| Battery | 5060 mAh |
| Charging | 37W wired, wireless |
| Software at launch | Android 14 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP68 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Weight | 221 g |
| Colours | Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, Rose Quartz |
What we like
- Large, bright LTPO display
- Excellent triple camera
- Largest battery in the Pixel 9 line
- Seven years of updates
What could be better
- Very high price
- Heavy at around 221 g
- Tensor G4 lags in gaming
Who should buy it
Buyers who want a big-screen Android flagship with top cameras and long support, and do not need an S Pen.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (August 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.