If you're looking for a smaller and lighter phone, the Asus Zenfone 9 with its 5.9-inch screen and plastic body may be preferable. However, if you prioritize camera performance, including still photo and video quality, the Google Pixel 8 Pro provides a significant improvement with its glass back and larger camera system. Both phones offer Android operating systems with similar battery life, but the Pixel has a larger, brighter screen which might consume more power. The Pixel also supports extended features such as wireless charging, while the Zenfone includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and front-facing stereo speakers. If cost is a concern, and you value a more compact design and essential features, the Zenfone 9 can save you money. Otherwise, for superior camera capabilities and an enhanced display, the Pixel 8 Pro is the stronger choice. Give Feedback
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Asus Zenfone 9 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
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Price | |||
$700 | $999 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Asus | ||
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 15, 2022 | October 12, 2023 |
SCREEN | |||
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Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 5.9" | 6.7" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2992 x 1344 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | No | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 445 | 489 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
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Processor | |||
Processor | SD8+G1 | TensorG3 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 6 GB | 12 GB |
CAMERA | |||
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Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 6/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Super Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 50 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
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Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.8 Hours | 7.8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 4300 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | No | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 0 W | 23 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | No | Yes (5 watts) |
PHYSICAL | |||
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Size | |||
Size | 5.77" x 2.68" | 6.4" x 3.01" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.96 oz | 7.51 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Plastic | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
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Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6e | 7 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 89 | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
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Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Fingerprint sensor: Side | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | |
Color | |||
Color | Sunset Red, Starry Blue | Bay, Porcelain, Obsidian | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |