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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a superior camera performance, the Google Pixel 6 Pro offers better still photo and video quality; however, if cost and value are your main concerns, the OnePlus 9 offers a more budget-friendly option with decent camera capabilities. The Pixel 6 Pro has a larger screen, which might enhance your media consumption experience but comes with a heftier price tag compared to the OnePlus 9. For long periods away from chargers, both phones have comparable battery life. Remember, both phones operate on Android, so your software experience will be similar. If your budget allows, the Pixel 6 Pro could be a great choice for its camera prowess; otherwise, the OnePlus 9 is a solid, more affordable alternative. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Very good for taking photos
- Good for recording videos
- Best in class display quality
Advantages of the OnePlus 9
- The OnePlus 9 has no clear advantages over the Google Pixel 6 Pro.
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
8.0
7.0
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has very good overall camera quality, while the OnePlus 9 has good overall camera quality.
The Google Pixel 6 Pro offers a superior experience in both photos and videos, with noteworthy selfie quality, thanks to its excellent software optimization and dynamic range. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 9 presents a more modest camera setup with fair capabilities across the board and a good selfie camera, but it doesn't quite match the Pixel's versatility and low light performance.
Photo Quality
8.0
6.7
The Google Pixel 6 Pro takes very good photos, while the OnePlus 9 takes only fair photos.
The Google Pixel 6 Pro takes better selfies than the OnePlus 9 due to its higher selfie quality; it also has a stronger overall camera system, including better performance in low light, higher photo resolution, and more versatile camera software. Conversely, while the OnePlus 9 takes fair photos and has a good selfie camera, it doesn't match the Pixel's range in dynamic lighting conditions or its prowess in low-light situations, making the Pixel 6 Pro more suitable for photography enthusiasts.
Video Quality
7.3
5.9
The Google Pixel 6 Pro takes good videos, while the OnePlus 9 takes poor videos.
The Google Pixel 6 Pro takes better videos primarily because it has an excellent video stabilization and a very good video software experience, which enhances overall video quality. In contrast, the OnePlus 9 has lower ratings in these areas, including a fair video software experience and poor mic quality, which can hinder the video and sound capture experience.
Cost
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The Google Pixel 6 Pro has a price of $309 and the OnePlus 9 costs $399.
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Battery
6.7 Hours
6.9 Hours
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has 6.7 hours of battery life. The OnePlus 9 has 6.9 hours of battery life.
Screen Size
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has a screen size of 6.71 inches and the OnePlus 9 is 6.55 inches.
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How the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the OnePlus 9 compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Google Pixel 6 Pro | OnePlus 9 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$309 | $399 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | OnePlus | ||
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 28, 2022 | March 26, 2021 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.71" | 6.55" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 2400 x 1080 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 512 | 402 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Tensor | SD888 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 8.1/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Super Telephoto | Main, Ultrawide | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 48 megapixels | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.7 Hours | 6.9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 5003 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 23 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (5 watts) | No | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.45" x 2.99" | 6.29" x 2.92" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.41 oz | 6.77 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | No | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6e | 6 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (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 | (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | Yes | |
Color | |||
Color | Stormy Black, Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny | Astral Black, Arctic Sky, Winter Mist | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | No | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |
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James Peckham | August 2022
"The Google Pixel 6 Pro has one of the best screens you’ll find on a smartphone, and you’ll get a bright and bold picture no matter what you’re doing. That’s a big deal for many, and for some it may be reason enough to buy this phone. Its main sensor is fantastic, the telephoto is strong and there are new exciting software features too."
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David Lumb | April 2021
"If you’re hunting for the best Android camera phone at this price, and one that doesn’t skimp on specs the OnePlus 9 is worth considering. Courtesy of a partnership with Hasselblad, the cameras offer better color correction, and both regular and ultra-wide photos look great. The OnePlus 9’s battery fully charges in under 30 minutes over a cable, and in 45 minutes using wireless charging. If you hate waiting for hours to charge your phone, you'll love the OnePlus 9."
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About Google
Google can be considered a relatively new player in the smartphone industry, joining as late as 2016 with their phone, the Google Pixel. Since then, the Pixel lineup has undergone many changes, but it has always been characterized by a focus on photography and clean software, by providing a pure Android experience. By virtue of Google being the creator of the Android operating system, Pixels are known for receiving timely software updates and for being supported with updates for a long time. Additionally, over the past few generations of devices, Google started designing their own processors. This allowed for the implementation of unique software features that are not present in any other phone, such as automatic call screening and unique voice transcribing capabilities.
About OnePlus
OnePlus, established in 2013, is a smartphone brand that first became known for providing flagship-like devices, at a fraction of the cost compared to more expensive Android competitors. OnePlus focuses on creating smartphones with powerful hardware at reasonable prices. They also bring hardware features normally not seen in other Android phones sold in the US, such as their ultra-fast “Warp Charge” and the beloved “Alert Slider”.
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