| Name | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Apple iPhone 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $1099 | $1099 |
| Released | Aug 2024 | Sep 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Apple, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 14 | iOS 26 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 16 | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.8″ | 6.3″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2992×1344 | 2622×1206 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 486 PPI | 460 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Apple A19 Pro |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Apple GPU, 6 cores |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 6-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 3.1 GHz | 4.26 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 256 | 512 | 1024 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 48 MP |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Optical zoom | 5× | 4× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ToF 3D LiDAR scanner |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | 30 fps | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 24/30/60 fps | 24/25/30/60/100/120 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60/120/240 fps | 25/30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | 720p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 42 MP ultrawide | 18 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | SL 3D |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face ID |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 30/60 fps | 24/25/30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30/60 fps | 25/30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano (USA: none) |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ❌ China only |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 5060 mAh | 3988 mAh, .4252 mAh (USA) |
| Wired charging speed? | 37 W | 40 W |
| Wireless charging? | 23 Watt | 25 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Plastic | Ceramic Shield 2 |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum Alloy |
| Back material | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Ceramic Shield |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Island |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | ❌ |
| Special design features? | - | Action button, Camera control button |
| Color options: | Black, gray, pink, beige | Silver, Blue, Orange |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.28×7.66×0.85 | 15.00×7.19×0.88 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.41×3.02×0.33 | 5.91×2.83×0.35 |
| Weight (gram): | 221 | 206 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.80 | 7.27 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | USB-C to A | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool | SIM tool (outside USA) |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | GGX8B, GZC4K, GQ57S | A3256, A3523, A3522, A3524 |
| User guide / manual | Online manual | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Store.google.com | Apple.com |
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