Pixel 9 Pro: One Week Later, Worth It? (HONEST Review)

[@tinariches1285]

I love my pixel pro 9 XL!📱... It does everything i want it to, doesnt overheat and very smooth. ☺️

[@valismind]

It's so good!

[@terrencebenjamin7241]

Awesome review. It basically shows what I experience with the Oixel 9 Pro XL 📱

[@valismind]

Thanks for watching, and the XL is an awesome phone!

[@JdmAndy]

Switching over from the iPhone 14 Pro Max to the XL and I’m excited for the phone to come in this Friday! Great content, love the review!

[@ruki9043]

I've been using the 9XL since launch and absolutely love it ! Just keep in mind pixel battery usage take about a week to learn your habits and optimise the battery based on your usage patterns then balances out and runs really well.

[@daltonfarmer1196]

I switched from the 14 pro max to 9 pro have had for week love it so far

[@valismind]

You're going to love it! that's so exciting and thanks for the kind words Andy

[@raechad0]

Switched from the iPhone 15 pro to the Pixel 9 pro XL. don't think I will be going back any time soon.. now I'm looking at watches and cant decide which one to get. Options!!!

[@bigdrews4360]

Pixel watch 3 🔥

[@elgaboflores]

Pixel Watches. They are more accurate for health tracking and sports.

[@ruki9043]

Using the pixel watch 3 with the xl and love the combo !!

[@valismind]

Pixel Watch 3 is fantastic I've heard. And like someone said, they're very accurate. The look is also more elegant IMO.

[@Matze4100]

Im currently using the OnePlus Watch 2. Also a very good option with 3+ Days Battery Life in Smart Mode.

[@TratzPatratz]

Pro review! FYI. Screen shots are never in your Camera shots album they were always in a folder called "screen shots" that's only apple that dumps every picture into one folder

[@valismind]

Thank you! And yeah, you have a point. To be fair, I use Google Photos on Samsung anyways, and they all get mingled. Regardless of it being in a folder, when I view my whole library it is very chaotic ahahha.

[@TratzPatratz]

@@valismind what a disaster! I just always had pixels so it only ever uploads the actual camera photos for me. Nothing else unless I specifically turn on “sync this folder “

[@CoachD77]

As always, great content! I really wish I would have been more patient and got this phone instead of the XL, purely because of the size. On the other hand my 1b, the OnePlus 12 is the same size as the XL basically, so same difference I guess....keep delivering !!

[@valismind]

Hey! Thank you, and I appreciate you being subbed for 1 year!!! - How you liking the OnePlus 12 all this time later? curious, I don't have one anymore. And thanks will do!

[@CoachD77]

@@valismind The OP 12 is still going strong in terms of performance, no major hiccups at this point. You're missing out lol

[@taxitrekking]

You've come a long way since, 6, 7, 8000 subscribers. Keep up the good work! Im gonna order my pixel 9 pro in the morning. My Samsung S22 ultra has been great, but im switching. I prefer the look of those pixel photos. 👍

[@valismind]

Thanks for sticking by! you've been subbed for 2 years it means a lot and I really appreciate you!The Pixels photos ARE SO GOOD

[@donavanboykin9489]

Awesome video! I have the 9 Pro XL thinking I always have to have the biggest phone. I think next year, I'll go with the smaller size😂

[@rajah316]

I've had the Google pixel 9pro xl phone for about 2 weeks & I've enjoyed it. I also have big hands the regular pixel pro would have been to small for me.

[@oneminutewonder77]

I have been loving the experience of using the Pixel 9 Pro XL in the month I have bad it. By far this feels like the most premium and polished device that they have released. People complaining about the Tensor chip probably haven't even used one of the new devices. Performance feels great for day to day tasks and the overall UI of the device is more smooth than most other Android flagships devices.

[@valismind]

I agree, it's just really good.

[@alxisl]

What makes it and other “compact phones” so practical in day to day use is that they are not as wide as the pro max or galaxy ultra phones, I tried a mid range honor phone that is literally as tall as the 16 pro max but it felt sooo easy to hand with one hand as it is way narrower than the pro max! Now I want a pro max iPhone like it!

[@valismind]

ugh i know

[@Indian_P.O.V_Canada]

0:12 Nahh man! The intro music goes harder than the actual hip hop songs music 💀👀☠️

[@valismind]

LOOL

[@oneangrykrakken8593]

So true.. love that intro

[@xiondFirst]

I switched from the Pixel 7 to 9 pro a huge leap. It's been great so far. Pixel 7 overheated and had camera issues for sure.

[@valismind]

YUP! Man, I couldn't stand the Pixel 7 Pro. The 8 Pro is what made me really turn my head and think Google was on to something, now with the 9 series, I am BLOWN AWAY.

[@kpehe100]

I never thought smaller phones were ideal all these years until this year when I bought the S24. I don't think I will go back. As long if the smaller phones are in the flagship range that's what I will go with

[@valismind]

I know i am so conflicted, I think the pixel is going to get my main sim sooon cause it's just so much more convenient

[@justalayman77]

It's totally worth it for someone like me to upgrade from a Pixel 6a to a regular Pixel 9. But for braindead people who change phones every year without thinking, you might as well carry an iPhone, Samsung, and Pixel everywhere you go

[@T3CHGY007]

Wow that pink pixel 9 looks solid!

[@valismind]

It actually does LOL it really grew on me

[@JenJacobs896]

MKBHD definitely gonna give an annual award 🥇 for the Pixel 9 Pro

[@valismind]

Most likely haha, but it is deserved to be honest!

[@_adnernandi_]

Here we go I've been waiting for this so long

[@valismind]

Auyyy thank you for watching :)

[@WaffleusRex]

I was looking forward to this phone. I like having the pro features but I also prefer smaller phones. If not for that, I would have been just fine sticking with my Pixel 8 Pro.

[@valismind]

Very valid, I think it's nice to have the 2 pro phones now. Making me kind of regret getting the Pro Max iPhone since it's now massive in comparison haha.

[@aleph1510]

📱 sent from my puxel 9 pro❤

[@matthewjohnson5236]

This is the first video I have seen from you! You’re super good at reviews! Keep up the good work📱

[@valismind]

Ahhh much love thanks for the kind words and watching through!

[@kaffeice7]

awesome video dude ,the pixles this year look sooo good

[@DeadofWinter321]

Typing this from my Pixel 9 Pro Fold 😎🏆

[@elgaboflores]

I love your video. I love the rose quartz color, was searching for reviews showing this Pixel color 🩷, idc what others say, colors does not have genre 🤟🏻

[@valismind]

Thanks for the love! and yeah, I agree. I am proudly rocking this colour ahha, I love it so much.

[@trqey]

Honestly thought I was going crazy when I saw my city in those beginning shots 🤣🤣 dope review though, love the editing

[@valismind]

Ahahaha, thanks! I appreciate it, and yeah I head up there to film cause it's just so peaceful

[@flowerkagurayt1327]

Just wait for the next update . Its will solve battery and camera performance

[@valismind]

dont have an issue with battery OR camera

[@CityzenBrandoTech]

My Guy! Watching now! Thoughts coming right up!!!

[@valismind]

Let’s gooooo 🙌🙏

[@louishiggins8881]

Avoided the previous Pixel Pro's because of the size, but the 9 Pro is just right for me and upgraded from a Pixel 7 (unusual as I tend to keep my phones 3-4 years). I do like the smaller form factor with the "pro" features, good decision Google 😀 (but should have 256gb as standard) 😂. Will be interesting when Android 15 arrives, hopefully later this month.

[@valismind]

I agree with the 256GB as standard, it's a shame google stuck with UFS 3.1 and not 4.0, or else this would've been avoided. But I am sure, in some way this would've also made it MORE expensive ahahah.

[@aljosacebokli]

interesting re lightroom, I've had it on my regular pixel 7 and now on pixel 8 pro and it runs really well and smooth, never noticed any sluggishness (I use it regularly with the raw files from the pixels). Do you think it could be a connection/cloud synching issue your side? Usually for me it takes a sec to load the image I want to edit but after that everything works instantly within the adjustments and when changing filters/looks and so on. Great video in any case, I always enjoy watching your stuff - it refreshing to see a tech reviewer that doesn't try hard to be edgy:-)

[@Miguel-xf3ec]

Great video LOVE this pixel 9pro

[@valismind]

Thank you!!!

[@alaincollin7513]

Hi, I considered switching to a Pixel 9 pro phone but one big issue is holding me back: the shutter lag is terrible when shooting 50M res photos. It only gets acceptable when decreasing the resolution to 12M.

[@bilalallawiallawi]

Exactly that's what's holding me back

[@alaincollin7513]

@@bilalallawiallawi I am always puzzled as to why no review seems to consider this worth mentioning? 🤔. But I’m glad to see that I am not alone to find this a real dealbreaker!

[@bilalallawiallawi]

@@alaincollin7513 I've seen some review mentioning this issue but it's like minor thing I guess we're just too picky :) but we're paying premium price so we need premium features

[@criticalkids]

Wow the footage for this video looks pretty good! Especially that intro scene with the ocean. What do you film with?

[@valismind]

Thanks! And I'm using the Sony ZVE-1, with a Sigma 24-70 II ART lens.

[@criticalkids]

@@valismind Looks great! I was about to be like ain’t no way that was shot on iPhone 😅

[@PDillz]

I've been really battling with going with the pro or pro XL but I actually think I'm going to go with the smaller model it's just going to be way nicer in my short pockets and just daily use. I think I'll miss the bigger screen every once in awhile but it's not that big of a difference either way

[@valismind]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate all of you for real 🙏

[@AndrewHahaLee]

The only thing that bugs me with the camera so far since, is that its tendency to aggressively face hunt human subjects that walk in the background. I've had a few times where the focus went off on me. That said, it hasn't received the "day one big update" yet, so hopefully that gets sorted out.

[@Boostedbeard]

Nice review. Thank you. "Worth It" Depends on what you need it for. I couldn't see it doing anything better than my S24U ( around the same price now ) After the newer updates it doesn't even come close in a lot of ways. I feel like if it was a sub $700 phone it would be a great deal.

[@valismind]

I think if the Pixel 9 Pro hit Pixel 9 price, it would have destroyed the market. It would have been too good of a value. I think Google should perhaps replace the Pixel 9 with the Pro series. Spending less money on developing a whole other device could bring the cost down.

[@ChiaDai]

Would you pick s24 over p9 pro as your daily compact?

[@Fozzee.1970]

I would. Just upgraded from an S23.

[@valismind]

to be honest, no. I don't find the S24 that amusing or impressive, I think the base S24 is a great phone, but pixel for me is a better experience.

[@Fozzee.1970]

@@valismind it is. I liked my S23 base model but it felt like a non pro phone. The Pixel 9 Pro feels more premium.

[@Ogura_Tech]

I love this phone

[@valismind]

Same ahah

[@Bill-p2v]

I went with the XL as my big phone and the 16 Pro as my small phone. I also take the temperature of every object with my pixel when I'm stoned which is handy. Never know if something's hot or cold 😂

[@valismind]

That’s so funny cause it’s the opposite of what I’m doing but how you liking that setup

[@Bill-p2v]

@@valismind I like it, I didn't go with the pro max this time because of no serious multitasking for larger displays and I wanted to see how the 6.3 in the pro handled day-to-day so far happy 😁

[@ElMartilloBlanco]

15:37 - That's what my girlfriend told me.

[@valismind]

lool

[@ericball9681]

As always, you provide excellent, relevant, non-biased reviews. Keep up the hard work! As for the Pixel - I previously had the 7 Pro and switched to the Galaxy S24. Is the S24 a better phone? Maybe for users who are concerned about camera quality, etc. Honestly, the only major improvement the S24 has over the Pixel 7 Pro is the cell signal antenna seems better. May switch back to a Pixel some day or go with the OnePlus 13.

[@valismind]

Really appreciate the comment it means a lot Eric! S24 is solid. I think over the 7 Pro it depends. I had a lot of issues with the 7 Pro, reception, heat, stutters, etc. I think ever since the 8, google's been on a great path again.

[@guitarmaneddie8267]

Great review keep up the excellent work, I watch every video you put out. Have a great day Eddie from Kentucky

[@valismind]

Hey Eddie from Kentucky, I’m Jon from Canada hope you’re doing well too! Thanks for watching 🙌🙌

[@guitarmaneddie8267]

@@valismind big thanks, like I said, I love your reviews on smart phones !!!!

[@DinoRodriguez]

☎ Great to see objective reviews from an iPhone user. So refreshing, please keep up the good work!

[@valismind]

Much love, thank you for watching Dino!

[@Crank__Man]

Great review!! Keep it up, my guy! 📱

[@valismind]

Thank you!!!! and thanks for watching!

[@theojarome6108]

Does the Pixel have a decent, ad-free, mp3 player? Like Samsung or Apple. This was not the case on the 8 Pro. Correct me if I am wrong, please.

[@tulinamwesopye8127]

Am trying to choose between an Iphone 16pro max or a Google pixel 9pro XL, could you help on the better choice to pick from

[@4letterdc]

wait 1 more year if u can

[@markkendall6144]

It does 8k video in video boost and its brilliant

[@valismind]

No, video-boost upscales to 8K it's not native. That being said, I agree video boost looks good. But it isn't a solution. I think Google could step-up in the video department, especially with lens switching, and such. That being said it's still fantastic.

[@HumbleManorEDC]

📱 I hope with some updates certain things will be ironed out but I really enjoy my experience with my XL version. Verizon had a promotion giving away the Pixel for free upgrade the 256gb so it was a no brainer to upgrade and still keep my S21 ultra. My first Pixel was the Pixel 2 XL which I still have and still works fine!

[@valismind]

What do you want to be ironed out? Just a question, I don't really have an issue with mine but always good to hear feedback.

[@HumbleManorEDC]

@@valismindnothing major or anything that I thought changed my experience on how great the Pixel is. You pointed out how it switches cameras when you zoom in on video the stability I noticed the same but not bad. I do wish Gemini was standard and didn't have to pay for it. I'm using the free trial for a year but after that idk if I'll pay monthly for it. Haven't really used video boost but from what people say that it takes bit longer to process. Honestly I really like this phone better than my S21 ultra, just a well balanced phone!

[@CityzenBrandoTech]

📱 John. Loved the review. I am happy to see you get some love from Google! I hope to grow myself and eventually get there as well. Well Deserved. I loved the video and I am very happy to see Google step up their game with the 9 pro. I do wish they fixed their video stabilization as noted and it seems to be an issue still with pixel devices. Hopefully this gets sorted out with the pixel 10 series. I look forward to your next video and as always have a good one 🙌

[@valismind]

YOO! Thank you man I appreciate all the kind words! It takes time for sure. I used to have a mildly successful channel in a different niche ages ago, and just picked up on a few things that were able to help the growth and trajectory, I will say, KZbin isn't luck and there's definitely things you can read into/ watch to help out. You got this! Just takes time, and quite literally blood sweat and tears haha.

[@CityzenBrandoTech]

@@valismind nothing comes easy! Cheers man

[@ustaadjisharma7591]

Awesome Cotnent bro ✌🏻

[@valismind]

Thank you!!!

[@Ampedup562]

I would take this over the iPhone 16 Pro Max

[@valismind]

Ahhh yeahhhhhh ahhahah I am kind of thinking the same

[@elizabethterrell5588]

📱 great review

[@valismind]

Thank you for watching al the way

[@przemekuk13]

10:15 I mean who is not!? 😈😈

[@bsspookyexpeditions]

The low volume on the camera mic needs addressed

[@valismind]

Sure! Thanks! I’ll keep that in mind when I record next

[@bsspookyexpeditions]

@@valismind I'm not sure if it's everyone or just me. But when video recording the audio is very low

[@valismind]

Like, with the Pixel? or me talking? / If you're talking about the Pixel I did lower it to match the the other audio in the video.

[@bsspookyexpeditions]

@@valismind the pixels audio itself. On mine I have to turn my volume up 75% to hear anything when playing back a video I recorded

[@valismind]

@@bsspookyexpeditions OHHHHHHHHHHH Speakers aren't super loud on it, but I haven't found the mics on the phone to be quiet

[@davidlockwood9357]

📱

[@valismind]

Thank you!!!

[@vin.k.k]

I wouldn't call a review honest.

[@SergSolod]

🎉

[@Momomo7798]

Phone 📱

[@valismind]

thanks for watchign!!

[@avice10535]

📱📱📱

[@valismind]

AYY SHOUTOUT TO YOU FOR WATCHING

[@wgates2047]

☎️

[@valismind]

Thanks for sticking through!

[@mitchell0766]

☎️☎️☎️

[@valismind]

THANKS FOR WATCHING!!

[@TRUMP2four]

Anytime a reviewer has to make a disclaimer.....red flag🚩

[@valismind]

I am legally obligated to disclose this.

[@wasiahmed1547]

The cameras on pixel is overrated. Bro most of us love to take photos in portrait mode. But portrait mode of pixel is literally a trash. You cant take portraits on optical lenses in this 1100$ phone which is totally a disappointment. You should have talked about this in your videos, i watch your videos regularly. Please tell Google to use better main and telephoto lenses so that we can take iPhone or Samsung like portraits in pixel in upcoming days.

[@BojanTomic]

Most people don't use portrait mode. Anyway, you can add the portrait effect through Google Photos anyway and it works great. Pixels literally invented portrait blur, doing it amazingly with only one camera.

[@wasiahmed1547]

@@BojanTomic most people use portrait mode when they take their family or own photos.and adding portrait effects from google photos cant do the job properly as It's a software based thing that can be done by third partu editing apps too...The edge detection is often wrong

[@_WF23]

Can’t play heavy games, but charging you flagship price 😂😂

[@BojanTomic]

It can play heavy games. Anyway, 99% of users don't care for mobile gaming. You're not the target audience, move on and buy a gaming phone.

[@MrSolidair]

13hours screen on time is a joke and lie at the same time haha

[@simmysharma6845]

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[@valismind]

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[@chrisharris8007]

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[@rmills72]

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[@valismind]

thanks for sticking till the end!

[@lexus9425]

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[@valismind]

Thanks for watching! And you've almost been subbed for a year, so thank you!!

[@amyr0se5]

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[@valismind]

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[@valismind]

Thank you!

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[@valismind]

Thank you for watching!!!!

[@chasrifflord]

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[@valismind]

Thanks for watching through!!!! You've been subbed for 2 years, insane! I appreciate your support so much!

[@chasrifflord]

@@valismind wow it’s been 2 yrs already crazy