Pixel 9 Pro XL Full Review: The Pixel We’ve Been Waiting For!

[@cutsbychief]

I just picked up my 9 pro XL earlier this week and loving it . I'm coming from a iPhone 13 pro but not new to Android

[@iankamar]

Great review as always, Adam. I switched to the Pixel 9 Pro in Porcelain from an S23 Ultra and an iPhone 12 Pro Max, and it’s the best phone I’ve used in years. It’s amazing! The criticisms of the Pixel 9 series seem exaggerated at this point, and the differences in performance benchmarks are negligible. It’s a great phone, and I love it a lot!

[@Will-cd1zn]

My wife, a life long iPhone user just switched to the P9P Fold. She's loving it so far.

[@TechOdyssey]

Wow. That's cool

[@rohiin]

Welcome to the foldable world to her.. Love my z fold5

[@wakinguptothetruth.2566]

@@rohiinz3 smokes all the foldables out there,nothing touches it!

[@airgreek]

I have used a pixel since the early days and i must admit this is their best Pixel phone yet. My previous all time favorite was rhe Pixel 4 XL.

[@cruisycai]

That's my favorite one of all also!!! I miss my Pixel 4XL!!!

[@Involvement82]

The battery 🔋 life is really good, last me all day from 6 am to 11 pm I'm at 30%, , heavy user

[@levil4012]

4xl was a great phone

[@nangaeboko6710]

I had an early 4XL model that failed… my favorite is still the 2XL.

[@richarddcrossley]

Think I'll be the same as owned loads of nexus and pixel but the 4XL is my favourite (still have it) but just waiting on my pixel 9 pro to arrive as the first true compact flagship in ages!

[@GameAddict84]

Had my Pixel 9 Pro XL in hazel a little over a week now and I'm loving it, switched from a Samsung Galaxy S10+ and before that I was an Apple user, this is by far the best phone I've ever had.

[@stephenowl]

I just upgraded from 6 to 9 pro xl.... wow! what a difference. got £300 buy back on the 6 and doubled storage for free, so happy. keep up the good work

[@billyallen7690]

I can't wait to get mine. I ordered the Hazel 256gb 9 Pro XL from T-Mobile and got it for free with the trade-in of an S22U. Comes in next week 👌

[@jesusalberto3145]

I'm just glad I pre-ordered early enough for the 512gb from T-Mobile for $1000, and with my Pixel 8 Pro trade-in promo, I pay nothing extra on my bill for the Pixel 9 Pro XL. They weren't lying when they said it would be free.

[@markgonzalez8828]

You’re not tied for 3 years?

[@jesusalberto3145]

@@markgonzalez8828 2

[@wakinguptothetruth.2566]

We don't get any decent deals here in the uk, Google only offered me £300 if I wanted to trade my pixel 8 pro!

[@joseserrano7052]

I almost went on that deal but hesitated since it was my first online buy, and wanted it in porcelain... so got the 256gb porcelain with a trade in 500 off. Gotta clean the trade in device to send it back now.

[@jesusalberto3145]

@@joseserrano7052 im pretty sure the 512gb from T-Mobile are all sold out now. You can try though

[@jrgarciab]

Gangster video, bro. Congratulations and thank you.

[@TechOdyssey]

Appreciate it

[@user-bs9uc7nz4r]

Standard 9 series here and zero complaints. Great phone upgraded from the 8 the difference was worth while.

[@josevelez4726]

This channel is becoming one of my favorites here! Thanks for what you do!

[@guitarmaneddie8267]

Thanks for posting this video, I have watched you for several years gave me great tips. I am waiting for my pixel 9 pro XL to be delivered this week and your video on it has really helped me. Keep up the excellent work Eddie from Kentucky

[@TechOdyssey]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it. Hopefully you enjoy your new phone!

[@davidforrest4942]

Just up upgraded to the Pixel pro 9xl from Samsung s23 I'm very impressed it's a beast. I was concerned it wouldn't live up to the expectations. But it smashed it. Keep up the good work. More Pixel videos please

[@Mr.Deeds.]

Your samsung S23 is faster...

[@Aman-ye4cv]

Pixel design is super pleasing❤

[@markafc_]

It's a beauty 💙

[@JeffB1961]

got the 9PXL a few days ago because verizon gave it to me for "free" for signing up for 3 more years . i got the black one because it came with 512 gig for only $3 extra a month . waiting for my poetic case and tempered glass to arrive tomorrow . you are part of the reason i took advantage of the offer . take care dude :)

[@ChrisJohannsen]

I'm finally happy with Pixel again. Have bought every XL/Pro but haven't been happy since the 2 XL.

[@SrhMilki]

went from 14pro max to the 9Pxl, love it so far

[@HolloVVpoint]

Could of got one of these at discount on release but honestly waited until your review. One of the only reliable sources for tech reviews. Never change man we love you 💪🏽👍🏽👊🏽

[@TechOdyssey]

Thank you for the support. Sorry it ended up costing you some money though. 😅

[@HolloVVpoint]

⁠@@TechOdyssey😂 honestly I would rather pay slightly more and get a good phone I like then pay a bunch of money for something that sucks. That’s why these reviews are so important.

[@jonbombarda9266]

I also visited the Berlin Zoo. I have the PX9 without a telephoto lens and I have nothing but praise for a camera that holds its own in almost all situations except for the stability of night video and digital zoom. The selfie quality is a total surprise. Thanks for recommending an excellent video.

[@leophoenix1452]

I love your progressive honest update on phones... And the truth about the pixel 9pro XL not being in the least inferior to the s24ultra and the iphone 14 pro max

[@TechOdyssey]

Thanks for the support!

[@wakinguptothetruth.2566]

Surely you meant the iPhone 15 pro max and not the 14 Pro max as you put?

[@jjeter1]

Man that's great. They got the modem straight. 🍻

[@johnmac341]

The big problem with this phone is that next year when it gets a real chip everyone will want to upgrade a phone with seven years of updates.

[@pennycat]

14:23 I just want to say how much I enjoy your videos. It's like I'm listening to a buddy talk about tech. Not sure how I found this channel but you are now in my top five sources. I like how you get straight to the point. I'd suggest branching out and focusing on how to make better use of our phone's features. And I really enjoy your overview of where we are and how we got there. This is important to understand how to upgrade without going into too much debt .

[@chrisstoney20032003]

I'm going to give this video a thumbs up before I even watch it! I've had my pixel 9 pro XL for about 3 days and I haven't used it yet.

[@rohiin]

Why not used it?

[@tracy419]

​@@rohiinedging?

[@rohiin]

@@tracy419 😅😅😅

[@jclif77]

😂😂😂😂😂😂​@@tracy419

[@sanfordkells887]

A reminder. You're the BEST doing this. 🙏🏾

[@TechOdyssey]

Thank you very much!

[@moshnroll507]

Agreed, great guy great videos

[@kfcc66]

Great review. Do you think if Google replaced the pointless thermometer sensor with a Lidar sensor in next Pixel it'll improve on the edge detection for the portrait modes? Excited to see them improve further on the Pix 10/11 series!

[@tuts4140]

My husband has the 15 pro max for a business phone. He recently bought the p9pxl, he's using it as a primary phone, and hasn't had the urge to even use his iPhone. The 16 was just released and I was as disappointed as ever. I don't think apple can really make anything else anymore, or they just don't want to listen to their customers. I am sticking to my p9pxl as well, I love this phone. Her 5g+ in areas in didn't with my iphone.

[@jinside]

I am so tempted to buy this. I share your thoughts about the pixel pro fold 9. I think many miss the boat on just turning your phone sideways. Samsung Internet works surprising well. Wish the pixel 9 pro xl was wider, it's small compared to the s23 ultra. Enjoy IFA!

[@docholliday1811]

Thank you. It was a really nice review. You sold me.

[@jtec99]

New England and way past 1st! Looking forward to this one

[@TechOdyssey]

Sweet!

[@Youtobedo]

I hope the pixels keep this up with the new update coming soon 😬 I'm using the pixel 9 along my s24 and it's doing really well so far

[@simmysharma6845]

was waiting for the review. I knew you were going to like it. Thanks for the video Adam 👍

[@tommyb9711]

Great video! I'm extremely satisfied with this phone so far. As for the benchmarks... Anyone claiming that this phone is slow obviously hasn't actually used it. I've had it for almost a week and haven't experienced a single stutter. Anyway, keep up the awesome work!

[@Twentiethrogue]

Hey, how do you feel about that? They broke their own pixel stand and pulled it off the market because of where they put the coil for the wireless charger for the nine and the nine fold

[@katrinawhite8572]

Great review..new subbie here! I'm waiting on my Rose Quartz P9P to ship. As long as Samsung includes an Spen along with its functionality, that will always be my main device. The Pixel is a close 2nd though. I'm delighted with the P8, so I know I'll be ecstatic with the 9 Pro.

[@jonpeach5851]

Where’s your screen protector from and is it bad to have one without a circle cutout would it affect the camera quality being covered up. and also is it worth one on the back lenses how’s yours holding up thanks

[@jaydanielstech]

Love hearing all this positive feedback around the Pixel 9 series. Thinking RCS is going to make this the year I am able to seamlessly make the change back to Android 😊

[@seven921914]

I definitely have to agree with you 💯 percent about the iPhone 15 Pro Max, that was by far my worst experience owning an iPhone!

[@gizmoo75]

how many mp did you do the tests with, 12mp or 50 mp? I have the 8 pro myself, if I set it to 50 MP the photos are taken with a delay. then a dot appears in the middle that you have to keep central and still, because if I move the photo is not sharp. So you sometimes miss moments that you just want to photograph. Is this also the case with the 9 pro/xl? Is Google aware that this is a major negative point? Samsung 24 Ultra and iPhone would not have this, they take the moment when you click. Have you also experienced this? because if your child does something, for example, you are too late if you want a quality photo. best photon also only works with 12 mp not with 50 mp. Thx for your reaction.

[@laynekittelson]

how does the desk top mode work? good as the samsung dex?

[@muhammid99]

Will the Android 15 count as the first update will a count against the 7 years

[@jeffmerheb3182]

How's battery when you were traveling on daily basis? I mean 4g/5g all the time + hours of Google Maps and screen on while walking? Can it last till let's say 8pm

[@JonsCreditAndTravel]

@TechOdyssey hey Adam. Do you think the cameras are better than the S24 Ultra now or is Samsung still best in class from what you have seen with the Pixel 9 Pro XL?

[@clivejefferies]

Which phone do you prefer out of this and the Xperia?

[@haldriver1378]

I want that phone. It's too expensive on Google store and Google Fi so I'm hoping black Friday will bring a deal. I could switch to a more expensive carrier and try to convince myself I got it for free but that ain't gonna happen.

[@mariaelenacabrera9721]

Thank you for actually testing it out before uploading the review. It’s greatly appreciated.

[@WhiteHatJoker1]

Hello Adam. What phone camera is recording this video?

[@biggiesmol]

Hope to see a full review on the Pro version and a comparison to the XL version as I'm still on the fence on which version to get.

[@broski_2184]

Haven't had a Pixel phone since the 6.... Can't wait for my 9 Pro to be shipped.

[@ChasingState]

Hey tech Odyssey, can you do a battery check on the pixel 8 Pro!? I don't know why but my battery life with screen time has jumped up to 9 to 10 hours. Maybe it was due to the last update that happened within the last week maybe?

[@andredegelder7383]

Lol , I have the same feeling on my 7 pro . The battery is definitief doing better 😊

[@michaelhowse]

Thank you for doing what you do. I was wondering, have you considered making Chromebook/Chromebook Plus content?

[@kat4animals004]

Thank you for providing a thorough review. Gosh that's pricey to buy all these phones. Love your content.

[@axi6ne8us]

How does this Pixel 9 Pro XL compare with the Xperia 1 VI ?

[@nyrubin]

I switched back to my s21U from the 13pro max and I realized now how much I miss the back button lol especially when typing on certain websites just makes it so easy to hide the keyboard or return to a previous page. I was going to buy the fold but now I'm thinking I'll wait to see the new iPhone and if not it's looking like the fold z6 😮

[@hackneyman]

Hmmm. I’ve always been Pixel/Nexus but have been scared by the Pixel 6 and 7. Went iPhone 15PM but seriously considering selling for the Pixel 9P…

[@ljahoda98]

I was in the exact same situation as you. i bought nexus then pixel and after pixel 7 i bought iphone 15pro. now I have a pixel 9pro XL 256gb and I forgot my iphone very quickly :)

[@MarcusTurner-b5p]

Nice video keep up the good work

[@tonymarenno9568]

Im also watching very positive reviews of this phone 8n Russia. Apparently, despite the average benchmarks it punches way above its weight during gameplay 🙂 Thank you for an honest review 🙂

[@rodzalez3549]

I have the p8 that i just got in feb, do you think i should upgrade?

[@mohameditalaat]

More pixel content, and how Pixel devices work together i.e. Watch, Earbuds, Tablet along with other Chromebook / Windows / Mac integration for messaging.

[@Jan_Capek]

How about GPS accuracy? I heard about issues in this department and hope it is not true.

[@mikecannon374]

I'm due an upgrade from my oppo find x5 pro and it's between the pixel 9pro XL and the 24 ultra.any thoughts on which one is best?

[@thedarkknight1971]

Talking of storage, just watched the 'MrWhoseTheBoss' video on the new iPhone 16s, and even though they can now video record at 4K 120Hz... Base model IS STILL 128Gb at that silly price... 😒 Even 30 seconds at that recording level is going to be a HUGE file (UP TO 45 Gb!)...

[@MacBjorn]

I got the P9Psmall. Love the size, feel and look. There are some bugs which are annoying. But not sure if it's the phone or software (photos app) there is a problem with the share sheet. Sending a photo by clicking a frequent contact in the share sheet sends the photo to a completely different conversation!

[@QUANTRELLBISHOP]

The thing i hate about the pixel is you cant remap the navigation button.i like the back button on the right not the left6

[@EddieQuezada]

Confirmed good looking! :D

[@RoMusic2011]

Which battery last longer 9 Pro XL or S24 Ultra?

[@drew1268]

Do you prefer the ProXL over the smaller Pro? (I'm not a fan of large phones, so I purchased the 9 Pro)

[@TechOdyssey]

I just got my regular pro tonight. I haven’t been able to use it yet to form an opinion on it yet but I will discuss it soon. Generally my preference is the smaller models.

[@angelsblackboard8008]

Please do and make a battery life video​@@TechOdyssey

[@angelsblackboard8008]

I am pretty sure the android 15 will break the phone. Bugs will come quick. And price was their killing point.

[@TechOdyssey]

@@angelsblackboard8008 pretty sure how? Based on?

[@angelsblackboard8008]

@@TechOdyssey their past record.

[@AndyFerdean]

I only have 2 problems with this phone. No UFS 4.0 and no Log video recording. Anyway, I pre-ordered the small 9 Pro, still waiting for it to arrive.

[@rodrigofernety]

How is this compared to the pixel 8 pro?

[@xL9Px]

So I been an iPhone user since the release of the very first iPhone 2007. I bought the Pixel Pro 9 XL and used it from launch to yesterday, Sep 8th. While I do think the phone is very good I gave up and returned it. I missed iMessage, FaceTime, airdrop and how easy I was able to just transition from my laptop, watch etc I’m just to invested in apple’s ecosystem. I did like the phone just missed certain things.

[@garygargan2598]

Great video great content

[@AspectReaperx]

Will you do Nothing phone 2a plus review? Keep it up 💪🤞

[@PaulPhillipsUK]

My Pixel 9 Pro arrived with cosmetic manufacturing damage so I returned it immediately. I did notice the modem was a lot better

[@TechOdyssey]

Ugh. That’s never fun. What was wrong with it?

[@PaulPhillipsUK]

@@TechOdyssey the finish on the metal sides wasn't great

[@jjeter1]

That's a good thing that google didn't say nothing about anything if they're not ready to release

[@minuszero332]

I’ve found in the past that if you register the same fingerprint twice (as two separate fingerprints) it seems to work better

[@latingringo89]

I don't understand the heat issues on the iPhone... I have never had heating issues after the first update. I don't game though and maybe that's everyone's issue is gaming heat?

[@chieflingco]

Oh man if the pixel 9 is doing this well. Imagine the TSMC Pixel 10 definitely keeping my eye out for that.

[@tannyn4460]

I like a big screen. So I bought the XL. I'm really happy with this phone. It just seems all around smoother to me. Is it perfect? No. I bought the 256 version because I just don't think 128 cuts it anymore. But other than that I have no real complaints with a Pixel phone. Ok wait, hopefully they can improve portrait mode with some tweeks. 😊

[@LCrossJr]

Thanks For The wisdom

[@TechOdyssey]

Glad to help

[@ArthurZakaryan23]

For the Pixel fan, one of the biggest takeaways should be that Google is making some clear progress year over year with their phones even though in some areas like charging speeds that progress is slower than others but I kinda don't blame them there too much since they are trying to play the long game with these phones being supported for 7 years so they wanna extend that battery longevity as much as possible. Would be nice if they incorporated a true ToF sensor like Apple has to allow for Face ID even when it's dark out but at least the new Ultrasonic Fingerprint reader doesn't shine a bright light anymore so that's a plus.

[@donavanboykin9489]

I've got the 9 Pro XL now. I really can't pinpoint what it is about this phone but it feels so premium and well done. Google has finally done it. The camera, the software experience, the beautifully designed hardware, the battery life, etc. This phone is not only my favorite Pixel of all time but also my favorite phone I've ever owned. I 100% agree that it's a pleasure to use🔥

[@murtazachaudhary3339]

Very nice video

[@TechOdyssey]

Thanks

[@kung-fuhustle5755]

Had mine for 2 weeks, returned it today, the Pixel battery at its worst very light usage 100 to 45 percent in just 5 hours.

[@212helpdesk]

this may be the first pixel I’ve ever carried daily successfully. I tried six I tried the seven now I’m on P fold 2 pro.

[@QUANTRELLBISHOP]

😭😭😭😭 i have that same scout uag case and its pretty good

[@D0Mlas360]

3:47 Boom Beach is the only game I play on my phone :D what level you at?

[@louishiggins8881]

I've just ordered the Pixel 9 Pro 😀, the UK deal of "free" 256gb upgrade has expired 😢, but the Samsung A33 is now on the trade-in list 😀. Pony'd up for 256gb upgrade, so the marketing guys have won. Pretty sure the engineers said a Pro model should start with 256gb 😂. Phone won't be here until early October, so it gives Google time to upgrade to UFS 4 😂. Which lightweight, grippy case do you recommend ? Appreciate your honest, hands-on reviews 🙂

[@joshtafoya5827]

I am gonna say, the under display fingerprint scanner will hopefully be better than the 6 or 7. I miss the fingerprint scanner that was on the back. They should bring that back. I use my old pixel 3 as a remote for my Roku and man that fingerprint scanner works so good

[@DavidWeddell]

Anyone have Pixel 9 pro experience any of the charging issues or the Bluetooth issues that are being talked about

[@aryanagrawal5329]

How about using video boost in the video quality

[@QUANTRELLBISHOP]

I got the 256 GB model at T-Mobile

[@robertren23]

Watching on my S24 Ultra, is it even worth downgrading to the Pixel 9 Pro XL?

[@QUANTRELLBISHOP]

Ghetto OnePlus it's way better than both these phones. S24 is like Tony Romo OnePlus 12 is like Tom Brady pixel 9 pro XL is Pat mahomes Brady beats them all literally

[@kung-fuhustle5755]

No. You'll regret it. Returned mine today...

[@mwt5040]

It's really a great phone the only issues I've had is with the Ai It's wildly inaccurate sometimes.

[@michaelparker2016]

Thanks for the info, I am just about sold?

[@jjeter1]

Can you do Xperia 1 VI vs Pixel 9 Pro XL

[@ivetaberga9616]

Hi. Just a quick question. I been using pixel 7 pro for the last 2 years and it has one big problem, at least once or twice a week it freezes. Does the pixel 9 pro xl do freeze as well or Google have fixed this problem? Waiting for your reply. Thanks in advance.

[@TechOdyssey]

I haven’t experienced this issue at all.

[@ivetaberga9616]

​@@TechOdyssey thanks for your reply, much appreciated.

[@c-power8393]

I like Pixels. The only issue I had was those hour plus software updates. That was the main reason I went back to Samsung. After using Pixels for a couple of years the s23plus felt like a futuristic andriod phone.

[@yaboipookiepook]

Honestly, why would that be an issue if they are doing software updates in the background? Why would that be a reason to change phones? Is it hindering you in any way or fashion while using your phone for daily tasks? So if something works in the background, it shouldn't even matter. It's just my observation of your comment. That's all.

[@jerradmechals1]

Lol huh? That's why you ditched ? It took an hour to load a software update? Run it in the background or while you are asleep. That's weird

[@c-power8393]

The long updates put the icing on the cake. Compare to the Galaxy the performance is slow. Also. I was always a Galaxy phone person before the Pixel. I just went back to my roots.

[@Panda-masterr]

Trusting caseology cases. I dropped mine on my back camera. Now I have Nick's in my camera metal but at least the camera glass didn't break... I love the phone, but one thing that I have noticed is that the phone does not get bright enough. The screen is a bit too dim and it's fine with me because I know they did that on purpose to improve the battery life. But when it comes to viewing media and viewing the phone outside, I noticed the phone does not get as bright as other phones. Another phone that I was using was the Galaxy s24 ultra and I also have a xiaomi 13t pro. Also the pixel 8 pro all get brighter than this phone in direct sunlight. I was watching a movie clip in direct sunlight on the pixel 9 pro and it was so dark. Literally with the brightness on full I couldn't see a thing. But other than that the phone is gray, but I kind of wish the brightness was in real world use as bright as the numbers say it is

[@jonpeach5851]

How is it indoors thanks

[@atlgator1928]

Pixel 9 Pro is my favorite pixel since the 4.