Pixel 9 Pro: A Practical Review

[@HeyMarkL]

love the practical reviews 🔥

[@imparkerburton]

Thanks man!

[@huaweiallc13]

even way older huawei beat this pixel ez lol

[@aryanmisra6775]

​@@imparkerburtonhey mr.parker,dont know if I am tripping or not but in the video it seems like the phone is actually the matte green colour when you take some close ups of it,but when you are just holding it while talking to the camera it is grey,dont know what is happening?

[@yeahronishyt]

While everyone is reviewing the iPhone 16/16 pros my guy parker doesn't give a shit and is reviewing the pixel 9 pro 😂😂 what a chad.

[@SipofOrangeJuice]

Fr fr

[@Dillvn]

To be fair the iPhone 16s are the most boring phones released this year.

[@Levi-hs6mg]

​@Dillvn nah the zfold/flip 6 are, they are the same phone as the flip/fold 4, with a 100 dollar price bump. They new iphones at least have a novel take on a camera button, the action button from last years pro phones and a slightly different design. Nothing crazy, but alot more than the nothing added to the flip series

[@potsherdmedia]

His iPhone 16 is yet to come on Friday 😂

[@Dillvn]

@@Levi-hs6mg i can’t completely disagree with you there. The flip 6 was disappointing too. But the iPhone isn’t different either. I don’t count a slightly bigger screen and a new button as different.

[@AdeeKulkarni]

A Pixel 9 review on iPhone 16 day? WE LOVE YOU PARKER 🎉❤

[@demaskorigin5466]

pixel 9 should win the best design of year award.

[@Darr1071]

Aka to Apple? It’s literally an iPhone 14 Pro with Pixels visor

[@shahrozshahzad6986]

Iphone design my ass

[@Darr1071]

@@shahrozshahzad6986 It is and by a lot. Parker even said that someone confused it with an iPhone hahahahha. Literally proof in real life. You need to get out of your house and touch grass

[@Froggy4Eyez]

Why? Apple would win automatically

[@mjthethird1]

I’m an iPhone user but have always wanted a pixel as well possibly for work phone. I just wish their tensor had more power overall since it’s way behind snapdragon and apple other then that I love it and the design. I also game quite a bit for fun.

[@RoyMelendez07]

Finally, a trustworthy title and review. I've come across many reviews titled "Pixel 9 Pro" to then see that they are reviewing the XL and not the Compact size 9 Pro. I appreciate your honesty brother in Christ. God bless you. Love you hat btw.

[@aryanmisra6775]

dont know if I am tripping or not but in the video it seems like the phone is actually the matte green colour when you take some close ups of it,but when you are just holding it while talking to the camera it is grey,dont know what is happening?can you please clarify

[@thatguy.333]

The pixel 9 is better than the iphone 16 in terms of innovation

[@tatted530]

I couldn't agree more.

[@Tech_Critics]

Tensor processors are definitely a deal breakers 😞

[@WatsitTooyah]

​@@Tech_Criticsfor why

[@jesusalberto3145]

It's better than it in a lot of ways.

[@bizmonkey007]

It has some major weaknesses but it’s certainly more interesting than the 16

[@MrNathan07]

I can’t wait to get mine tomorrow! Finally making the switch to Android and trading in my iPhone 13. Update: I got my Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel Watch 3 45mm today and I love it!

[@ohihonmeojeamiren2857]

Thank youuu , someone finally mentioned it, that camera switching , while zooming is something iPhone has mastered and seems like android phones are still having a hard time getting to that

[@sahilbisht4459]

Android basically can't for now cuz it needs that private space or like individual separate coding or anything consistency or like coordination.. but for Android same os will be shipping to like 10+ brands so yeah some are smoother than others but none are smooth at all

[@roadrash999]

It's a basic fix, they just haven't done it because most people don't care.

[@_daniel.rad_]

I always love your practical reviews! Requesting more of those..

[@imparkerburton]

Thank you! Will do!

[@DaffyTheDuck42029]

@@imparkerburtonif u did a practical review of s24 devices vs pixels 9 pros what do u think would be the best for a user coming from iphone 14 plus in school environment?

[@davidsplushworld]

@@imparkerburton bro please make a video on your new homescreen, we need it 🙏🏾

[@XTendingYT]

3:35 removing the iPhone is savage😂

[@tatted530]

From iPhone 15 Pro Max to P9XL this phone hands down the best phone I've ever owned.

[@Matthewc5610]

As an android user I approve of this message. Good day sir/ma'am 👋🏾.

[@yemaaaa]

Cool

[@bizmonkey007]

How is Android Auto? Does it work as well as CarPlay?

[@TechRight]

Great video man. Loving the Pixel 9 so far. Switching from Samsung to Google has been super refreshing. This is also the best looking phone yet!

[@aminuabdulroheem5305]

My first time watching ur practical review and i got to say it's really enjoyable

[@Hue_Fabi12]

I 100% consider getting this thing for Christmas xD

[@wr3dimpact]

Parker my fav tech review guy, Keep doing what u doing man

[@imparkerburton]

Thank you!

[@Peterstarzynskitech]

Practical reviews are what we should be doing.

[@TechthroughToni]

God is everywhere 🙏 Love the hat

[@heidifris4880]

Same! 🥰

[@palinshorts69]

Me too

[@LarryMartin1956]

Even though there is zero proof he exists?? Ok go with it anyway. PEACE!

[@envydimm]

@@LarryMartin1956🌝

[@indrajeeth7]

@@LarryMartin1956ok mr buzzkill

[@KelleNuwa]

Imagine what the pixel 10 will be like

[@ChiazieEmeka]

I love you for loving Andriod phones Parker, while people are reviewing the iPhone 16 you are also reviewing the Google Pixel 9 pro, that's to show how much you love Android

[@lime-animates-2763]

@@ChiazieEmeka k bud review an old phone instead of a new one

[@lime-animates-2763]

@@ChiazieEmeka He’s more inclined to be bias

[@ChiazieEmeka]

That's not true sir

[@Jo5ue1]

The Pixel 9 Pro is a game-changer. If this is what Google can do now, can't even fathom the possibilities for the Pixel 10 Pro.

[@demaskorigin5466]

the HDR post processing is also an issue on most iphones. pics looked very well when clicked, but when you view it in gallery, it just goes from a 9 to 4 on scale of 10.

[@jevonsims900]

Post processing can mean the difference between capturing the moment or not. Pixel phones take 2-5 seconds to process a full 50mp pic, that's slow.

[@purpAstro]

Parker, I'm a launcher guy, here's why Nova was opening apps slowly: Launchers like Nova Launcher, Lawnchair Launcher, etc. slow down app opening not because of phone performance, but because of Android's source code. It's coded into AOSP: If you're not using your default launcher (in your case, the Pixel Launcher), it'll slow it down automatically. Also Parker amazing video!

[@LostinTranslation479]

Man, yesterday I saw the thumbnail of this video but didn't watch it, then I forgot the channel name and I've been searching for it. I wanna watch this review from you particularly

[@imparkerburton]

Thanks for watching!

[@ryanclements4567]

I have the dropped frames too occasionally on my 9 pro XL on TikTok. I reported as a bug, hopefully they will fix

[@Nicolazuze8]

I saw it on tiktok and i wish i could have it but can't afford it .Im so in love with this phone

[@eddysototo]

Awesome review. Thinking about getting this to the S24. Great hat!

[@Diego-oy6en]

All your subtle call outs to Jesus are dope! Appreciate the review! I am coming from Samsung and feel a lot of things are missing from pixel... Might use a launcher

[@noahouellette3724]

The hat, Elevation Worship, bibles on the shelves, fire phone review!! My guy is top tier 🔥🔥🔥💪

[@mycousinvenny]

Re: Jittery camera zoom-in; If I remember correctly, Apple said the reason the cameras on the Pros are situated the way they are is because that layout is what they found allowed for the camera transitions to be as smooth as possible. If that's the case, good luck to other manufacturers in trying to pull that off and not look like they're copying Apple.

[@thisismytubehandle]

The "background" music is so loud it's distracting

[@marksquickvids]

you almost, word for word, said the exact same thing i did about the camera and the hdr problem. i could get used to it, if it wasnt for the fact that the viewfinder shows how it should be, then after processing, you get that dowgraded version. its a shame since ive heard so many good things about pixel cameras over the years, only to buy one and get this problem.

[@rossallen738]

I watched a video earlier that said the best way to get the best pictures with a pixel is to actually shoot RAW photos, instead of the processing. I haven't tried it, but I'm curious to once I get my pixel 9.

[@marksquickvids]

@@rossallen738 maybe that's true, but it's like 18mb per image. I'd rather use a third party camera app. I really hope it gets fixed in the android 15 update, because this is rediculous.

[@heidifris4880]

Love the hat :) Also, I just ordered a base s24 w/256gb. Should I return and go for a Pixel? What I care about most are the ability to customize (similar to the level of good lock), picture point-and-shoot quality (not a photographer so don't want to have to mess with too much to get amazing quality) and lastly lastly longevity. Which would you recommend? Thank you

[@faiz.z9118]

Better stay with samsung for customisation.

[@GiggleGalaxy-vu1tt]

Hey Man, I’ve been a big fan of your work for a while-it’s been a huge inspiration in my journey to becoming a software developer and then start creating content around it. Right now, I’m struggling as my laptop has different issues, and I can’t afford a replacement, making it tough to keep learning. I know it’s a lot to ask, but any help from you would mean the world and help me get back on track. Thank you for everything you do. Your content is really dope. Best

[@Jamieb193]

The camera switching doesn't bother me. The low contrast, low saturated processing however RUINS some of my really good shots. I can add the colour and shadows back in, but I'd prefer to just have the image how it originally looked on my screen!

[@thalisandreou9891]

Great review Parker ! I think you could dive a little bit deeper and go over more and have a longer video but its ok you said its more Practical

[@MissinNo]

I've had my pixel 9 for about 3 weeks now and I'm so glad I left my iPhone for it.

[@ephrykottarathil46]

Noticed that you're a great believer, testifying God even through your contents... Especially the cap and the song you played from elevation worship❤ Let Lord's name be glorified ❤

[@DutchDesires]

I have a Pixel 7. Our relationship is complicated to say the least. But if there is anything I love it's the camera, specifically the processing it does afterwards. Couple of weeks ago a friend of mine mentioned the fact he feels like his 8 makes washed out shots indoors as well, especially compared to my 7. Perhaps its even worse on the 9? Would love to see a comparison

[@WeAsOneRise]

My only gripe is the edges cut off some videos on like netflix, and a lot of apps just arent optimized for it. Especially games, my star ears hunters gets pushed off the screen 😢. I hope they fix this man because it sucks. Very good honest review ❤

[@kindofanmol]

Absolute W. Google hit it out of the park this year.

[@baconboi4828]

Parker, can you please respond. Im switching my phone, and i have 2 options the pixel 9 pro or the s24 ultra. Please help me decide

[@anonymous0691]

I see what you did there with magic eraser.

[@samuelangor5401]

Great review man! Quick question, how did you turn off HDR??? Because I 100% agree with you that the processed photos looks worst than the non-processed ones.

[@imparkerburton]

Thanks! In the camera settings under advanced, there's an option to turn off Ultra HDR.

[@dmitri.hivinov]

1:01 Finally, somebody says it 😊 "I use things in that way like I want to!"

[@Nicksonbc]

Parker I see you with new design home screen I see. Are you working on UI 2.0?

[@MahdiNiko]

I love your review Parker ❤

[@thenamelessone9801]

if you genuinely dont like the jpeg image, ehat i would recommend doing is turing on the raw photo option where it will take a raw and jpeg photo and yhen you can see the difference between the two

[@marvelgamer6889]

Love from India ❤❤❤ parker

[@karni60]

Go Team Pixel🎉❤🎉❤

[@DevPlayzGamezYT]

I love that homescreen setup please make a tutorial for it

[@tshetenlepcha3222]

Hi Parker, I have been a follower for quite a while sending much positive vibes from India, I wanted your opinion on something, a local samsung showroom is selling unsold samsung s22 ultra for quite cheap Is s22 ultra still good in 2024 and 2025? Waiting for your reply thank you

[@amerikanongsiklista]

watching on my Pixel 9 Pro XL right now...

[@avatarset7172]

Commenting from my pixel 4 and it runs genshin impact smoothly though I have 1 gb storage free on my phone. Truly a pixel moment

[@HAMBRGOR126]

Might switch from iPhone to pixel to be honest 🤷‍♂️

[@tatted530]

I did. It takes a week or two to get use to, once you have everything set to how you want it, it's amazing

[@jevonsims900]

Why? All the good Google apps are on the iPhone too. Google apps perform better on iPhone 16 imo.

[@gintoki_sakata__]

​@@jevonsims900 who cares if the apps are on iPhone too... If a person wants to switch, it's not up to you

[@bbsxgummy-brawlstars4297]

​@@jevonsims900cuz the amount of customization u receive is more with good features

[@makindefortune4732]

which camera is better for videos, iPhone and Pixel

[@blankbrackets7260]

I really enjoyed your review! The review is great ❤. However, I think the background music might be a bit distracting for some viewers. It could enhance the experience if you were to consider removing it in future reviews.

[@therealakmal]

Yo. Pixel 9 Pro are out already? I've been waiting for this one. I want the Pixel 9 Pro XL camera setup but in a Pixel 9 size.

[@growviralwithlends6858]

GOD Is actually NOT EVERYWHERE parker. ❤ for real.

[@vilkotesarml]

Video is really great, I enjoyed it, but the music is from Roblox dress to impress?😂😂

[@alexb4302]

Impeccable timing!

[@ronaldmjmr]

More of these Long form videos please! 🙏

[@protohomice]

Upload videos about ur home screen setups too 😁

[@ryangaming5287]

Just came to your video because you said not to watch the same iphone review every year.

[@mozzyx7x]

Great review, only complaint is music a bit too loud and annoying.

[@AminKhalighi]

Nice video but background music is a little loud tnx for the review

[@g.g.2359]

1 thing... 1 basic thing that no phone should compromise on is call quality and sound, i have 15 pro and 24 ultra and now pixel 9 pro and im sad to say google sound during calls is definitely worse and inferior to both the samsung and the iphone .. its absolutely huge and muffled compared to the crystal clear voices i hear with my galaxy or iphone.

[@2muchjpop]

Okay, most pixels have had one or some other problem over the last 5-6 years, many being the software ironically. A far cry from the Nexus-Pixel 3 days. I hope Google goes back to TSMC/snapdragon design. What if they made the camera bar not stick out as much by making the phone thicker with more battery? Let it be heavy but a genuine 1.5 days of heavy usage. 2+ with mixed/light usage

[@mightyleo2042]

Compared to the S24 Ultra, which one do you prefer?

[@AaryanshMal]

Man i love this guy

[@zachjeymz]

I think parker just revealed his new theme there 👀

[@imparkerburton]

👀

[@Ryomen_Sukuna1919]

Ur the best tech youtuber I know

[@eilonbeno]

8:17 i also encountered this with my S22

[@gojim_]

A suggestion! Don't have music playing the whole time! Would make it a little easier to focus on what you're saying!

[@dylan10182000]

I actually disagree that using a launcher isn't a "real review" cause the granular customization of the OS is the whole reason I use Android. Being able to choose your launcher is one of the many reasons Android stays on top

[@asktiolupe6368]

Love the video and Hat 🙏🔥🔥

[@normalchannel2185]

2:33 thats clutch lol. I always use Assistant to do that anyways

[@CheifDG]

I believe that if you turn on Rich color in photos would fix the saturation problem.

[@Randomstuff93551]

Hey question just got back from watching both this video and the s24 ultra one and couldn't decide which is better so could you/someone tell me?

[@bob-ro6vw]

Oh my god, Parker Burton actually said iPhone has a better feature than Android phones, a very rare occurrence indeed (camera lens transitions)

[@sage5624]

I keep coming back to my pixel 8 because of the haptics and the stock launcher.

[@silverrocket08]

Watching on my p9p finally got it today

[@Krickut]

I think you should try a oneplus then. Try the 12's camera, it does not do that when you change the focal lenght. Also they are killing it with smooth app loading and stuff. Try the 12 for a week and you will not use anything else 🎉

[@IbehChristian-ki6jo]

Samsung Galaxy s24 Ultra or Google pixel 9 pro XL

[@miccakoster3838]

The first thing I do with any phone I buy turn off haptics. Take haptic engine out put in bigger battery instead. Haptics to me are useless don't care

[@iLLustrious85]

Nice phone, I'll grab one in a couple years when the 9 Pro XL is like 250

[@dotader]

Completely off topic, but that hat is awesome!

[@RonKngAbe]

Love that hat!

[@anirudhpuranik5222]

Google should just go back to using Snapdragon processors. They have far more raw power to run all the ai features better and faster than their own "tailored" cpu plus overall great performance. At this point I believe Google is trying to give an impression that their in-house chips are similar to Apple's while in reality they are absolutely not. Such a great phone let down by flimsy performance for a huge price. They should atleast bring the price down.

[@Tayg1990]

They never gave that impression at all idk where you get that from but it's wrong. The Tensor G4 has the same X4, 720 and 520 cores as the 8 Gen 3 the only difference is the core count and the fab manufacturer. Google could've tuned the G4 to match the power of the 8 Gen 3 especially with the same cores they both share, but they prioritized efficiency and battery life. To say it's weak is crazy I had a S24 and now the Pixel 9 and I can tell you I don't really see a difference in anything besides translation in the Pixel is faster than on the Galaxy. As I'm typing it's showing exactly what I'm saying in another language in real time, so if the 8 Gen 3 was all that it wouldn't have to wait until you're done typing to translate everything you've said. To me that's where the G4 Excell

[@rossallen738]

​@@Tayg1990 I wish it actually led to a better battery life... I watched a video showing the Samsung S24 U having significantly better battery life than the Pixel 9 Pro XL

[@Tayg1990]

@@rossallen738 it's only been out for a month so no real updates. I'm on Android 15 beta with my pixel 9 and I honestly can say the battery is killer.

[@karthik2126]

Pixel 9 pro is underrated flagship killer and pixel 10 is real flagship killer it wil beat all phones whem come to raw performance finally google is coming with TMSC tensor g5 🔥🔥

[@downloadstv]

Wow, nice video. keep it up👍👍

[@Kevin-36019]

What would you recommend to buy between s24 ultra and Google pixel 9 pro xl?

[@bannafaris]

That TikTok washed out problem is ODD. I'm on my Z Flip 3 and I experience it aswell, you can tell it's washed out and when you like half swipe the navigation gesture the video will be normal but when you return to the app it'll be washed out again. Definitely a TikTok problem

[@Samuel-cu9mk]

Cool review ❤

[@chrissianp]

I'm trying to decide between making the switch from s22 to a pixel 9 pro xl or the zflip 6. I feel like after watching your reviews I shouldn't get either 😂😂😢

[@RemingtonMwarabu]

The sudden washed out videos also happened to me when watching IG videos on the Redmi note 10 pro. I don't understand this issue. Currently using a Pixel 8 and no such issue

[@salvad0r]

The fact that the status bar doesn't align with the camera is driving me crazy

[@ZeerakImran]

I don’t like hole-punch cameras in general. Specially if it’s placed in the corner instead of the centre. In which case there’s no chance i’m buying it. I prefer the island or even the notch on iPhones. Just proportions and positioning. It’s not working for me.

[@salvad0r]

@@ZeerakImran Exactly. I hate it when companies don't pay attention to details like symmetry and proper alignment. Like those cheap android phones that have asymmetrical bezels drive me crazy 😭

[@ramanjaneyareddy9026]

great review

[@abu_is_somewhere9390]

Pixel 9proxl one of best' camera off the 2025 proud to be pixel fanboy

[@user-rg8dk9ng8p]

Please Parker , no one is mentioning that almost all of the AI features that come with this pixel 9 pro , doesn't even ship with phone in Europe .. i mean even the screen calling isn't available in Belgium ! this is why i went Iphone this year

[@Koji-Alistair]

Apple "Intelligence" isn't coming to Europe either. 😗😗😗

[@user-rg8dk9ng8p]

@@Koji-Alistair yes it is , i am on iphone 15 pro with beta testing

[@Koji-Alistair]

@@user-rg8dk9ng8p Why are you lying?

[@vukasinx8]

I had that problem with "washed" images with my Pixel 7. You probably have to turn off Ultra HDR in Camera settings, section Advanced

[@bob-ro6vw]

I’m thinking about buying a iPhone 16 pro max or a pixel 9 pro xl (I really don’t care about android vs iOS) and my main concern, stopping me from the pixel is its relatively weak performance (vs iPhone 16 pro max), what are you opinions (please don’t bombard me with this iOS vs android stuff, one way or another I’ll get a nothing themed launcher on it), thanks

[@bob-ro6vw]

On a side note, I have to give credit to pixel because it is literally the nicest looking phone (personally a lot nicer than iPhone) and the selfie camera is amazing, but I don’t like the tensor g4 and most apps are much better on iPhone (TikTok problem)