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Google’s decision to shift over to a more premium device profile for its Pixel hardware range is essentially the company going after the likes of Apple and Samsung, which have long reigned supreme in the premium smartphone segment. The Pixel 9 series is the result of years of research and development, but is it enough to hold its own against more popular rivals?
We’re of course referring to the iPhone 15 Pro – Apple’s grasp on the North American smartphone market is undoubtedly impressive, and it’s no secret that Google wants to establish a stronger foothold here with the launch of its newest phones. In particular, the Pixel 9 Pro wants to win users over with some nifty hardware upgrades, so how does it compare to the iPhone 15 Pro? let’s take a look!
In terms of display hardware, the Pixel 9 Pro boasts a slightly larger 6.3-inch display compared to the iPhone 15 Pro’s 6.1-inch screen. Both phones utilize OLED technology for vibrant colours and deep blacks, and they both support a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
However, the Pixel 9 Pro edges out the iPhone 15 Pro with a higher peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits, making it better for outdoor visibility. Of course the larger size helps as well, which doesn’t pose much of an issue since the phone manages to keep things mostly compact. Additionally, the Pixel 9 Pro has a sharper 1280 x 2856 pixel resolution, versus the 1179 x 2556 screen on the 15 Pro.
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