Smartphones / Comparison
The Pixel 9 Pro offers a compelling compact Android flagship experience with direct Google software support and highly processed still photography. The iPhone 16 Pro is the more natural choice for buyers invested in Apple services, accessories, and video creation.
Apple
A compact premium smartphone built around Apple Intelligence features, a high-refresh-rate display, a Pro camera system, and the A18 Pro chip.
A compact Google flagship that pairs a bright OLED display with Tensor-powered AI features, computational photography, and a three-camera system.
| Category | iPhone 16 Pro | Pixel 9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 95 | 95 |
| Durability | 90 | 90 |
| Connectivity | 85 | 95 |
| Specification | iPhone 16 Pro | Pixel 9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3-inch Super Actua LTPO OLED |
| RefreshRate | Adaptive ProMotion up to 120Hz | Adaptive refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz |
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Google Tensor G4 |
| RAM | Apple does not publish RAM capacity | 16GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB |
| Cameras | 48MP Fusion main, 48MP ultra wide, and 12MP 5x telephoto | 50MP wide, 48MP ultra wide, and 48MP 5x telephoto |
| Battery | Up to 27 hours of video playback, according to Apple | 4,700mAh typical capacity |
| Charging | USB-C wired charging, MagSafe wireless charging, and Qi2 wireless charging | USB-C fast wired charging, Pixel Stand wireless charging, and Battery Share |
| OperatingSystem | iOS | Android |
| WaterResistance | IP68 dust and water resistance | IP68 dust and water resistance |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm | 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 199 g | 199 g |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and USB-C | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, Ultra Wideband, and USB-C |