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Updated January 10, 2024·
If camera quality is important for you, the Google Pixel 6 Pro offers slightly better overall camera performance with high-quality still photos and videos. However, if budget is a key factor, the OnePlus 9 Pro is less expensive and still provides good camera capabilities. Both phones feature a fast refresh rate display, but the Pixel 6 Pro has a larger screen size, which might be preferable for media consumption. In terms of battery life, both phones have a similar performance. Keep in mind that the Pixel 6 Pro is a newer model and may receive updates for a longer period. Both run Android, so the operating system experience will be quite similar. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Very good for taking photos
- Good for recording videos
Advantages of the OnePlus 9 Pro
- The OnePlus 9 Pro has no clear advantages over the Google Pixel 6 Pro.
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
8.0
7.2
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has very good overall camera quality, while the OnePlus 9 Pro has good overall camera quality.
The Google Pixel 6 Pro boasts a higher selfie camera quality and better overall photos software experience than the OnePlus 9 Pro, which reflects its superior ability to produce vivid images with enhanced dynamic range, low light performance, and camera versatility. While both phones perform well in terms of video capabilities and microphone quality, the Pixel 6 Pro's edge in photo-taking, particularly in selfies, makes it the more capable choice for photography enthusiasts.
Photo Quality
8.0
7.0
The Google Pixel 6 Pro takes very good photos, while the OnePlus 9 Pro takes good photos.
The Google Pixel 6 Pro takes very good photos as it offers the best software experience for photography, resulting in greater dynamic range and low light performance, along with a higher camera versatility and selfie quality compared to the OnePlus 9 Pro, which scores good across these aspects. The OnePlus 9 Pro, while still delivering good photo quality, falls slightly behind the Pixel 6 Pro, particularly in the selfie department and the overall software experience that enhances photo output.
Video Quality
7.3
6.0
The Google Pixel 6 Pro takes good videos, while the OnePlus 9 Pro takes only fair videos.
The Google Pixel 6 Pro provides excellent video stabilization and very good video software experience, which enhances overall video quality especially when capturing action or moving scenes. The OnePlus 9 Pro, on the other hand, boasts the best video resolution and frame rate, resulting in crisp and smooth footage that can be beneficial for high-quality video recording needs.
Cost
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The Google Pixel 6 Pro has a price of $426 and the OnePlus 9 Pro costs $380.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.7 Hours
6.9 Hours
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has 6.7 hours of battery life. The OnePlus 9 Pro 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 Pro is 6.7 inches.
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How the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the OnePlus 9 Pro compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
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| Google Pixel 6 Pro | OnePlus 9 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$426 | $380 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | OnePlus | ||
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 28, 2022 | March 30, 2021 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.71" | 6.7" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 3216 x 1440 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | Yes | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 512 | 525 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Tensor | SD888 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 8.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7.4/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Super Telephoto | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 48 megapixels + OIS | |
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 | 50 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (5 watts) | Yes (4.5 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.45" x 2.99" | 6.43" x 2.9" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.41 oz | 6.95 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/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)41, 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 | Stellar Black, Forest Green, Morning 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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James Peckham | April 2021
"The OnePlus 9 Pro offers phenomenal performance, a vastly superior camera to the brand’s previous smartphones, and a variety of top-end features that make this a serious contender for anyone who’s in the market for a premium Android handset.The 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD display is among the best we’ve seen on a smartphone, with plenty of detail, strong brightness, and a variety of other tweaks. If you like to watch a lot of video on your phone in particular, this is a great option."
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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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