Google Pixel 9 Pro

Google Pixel 9 Pro price in Kenya is Kes 110,000. The handset is 5G network-enabled, weighs 199g, and measures 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm. It features a 6.3-inch LTPO AMOLED display, boasting of 120 refresh rate, 3000 nits peak brightness, and 495 ppi density. Installed on the device is a 42MP front camera for taking selfies and a 50MP+ 48MP+48MP triple main camera set up at its rear end.

The phone runs on Android 14 (up to 7 major android upgrades), is powered by Google Tensor G4 (4 nm), and is paired with 128GB 16GB RAM / 256GB 16GB RAM. It is powered by a Li-Ion 4700mAh, non-removable battery, recharged by 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS charger (1-55% in 30 minutes), 21W wireless (w/ Pixel Stand) charger or 12W wireless (w/Qi-compatible charger) charging unit. Buy the Google Pixel 9 Pro at Passcode East Africa Techverse Limited, now available in Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, and Obsidian colorways.

USP

Google Pixel 9 Pro has several unique selling points (USPs) that make it one of the most desirable and best-performing phones currently on the market.

• Design and Build: It has a sleek design with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back, and an aluminum frame made from 100% recycled content.
• Advanced AI Features: Powered by the new Google Tensor G4 chipset, the Pixel 9 Pro offers enhanced AI capabilities for smarter and more efficient performance.
• Camera System: It boasts a triple rear camera setup with a 50 MP wide, 48 MP ultrawide with Macro Focus, and 48 MP 5x telephoto lens. It also supports 8K video recording at 30 FPS.
• Display: The Pixel 9 Pro features a 6.3-inch Super Actua display with up to 2000 nits (HDR) and up to 3000 nits (peak brightness), ensuring vibrant and clear visuals even in bright sunlight.
• Connectivity: The 5G device supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and Ultra-Wideband for enhanced connectivity and spatial orientation.
• Security includes multi-layer hardware security with a Tensor security core, Titan M2 security chip, and Trusty (Trusted Execution Environment).
• Battery Life: With Extreme Battery Saver mode, the Pixel 9 Pro can last up to 100 hours on a single charge.

These features make the Pixel 9 Pro a powerful and versatile smartphone, and ideal especially if you prioritize camera quality, AI capabilities, and robust security.

Pixel 9 Pro Features, Specifications, and Price in Kenya

Design and Build

Google Pixel 9 Pro boasts a premium design and build quality. It has a sleek and modern design with a matte back and glossy frame. The camera bar is a defining feature, giving it a distinctive look. It features an aluminum frame with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back, providing durability and a premium feel. Weighing 199g and measuring 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in), it is a big phone which will need getting used to. Though a bit slippery at the back and can attract fingerprint smudges, the glass back is a premium feature you will love, especially when the case is off. You can pick from among the remarkable colorways: Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, and Obsidian.

Durability

Google has taken keen consideration to make their priced handset durable and versatile to various needs of users in different environments.

• IP68 Rating: The Pixel 9 Pro is water and dust-resistant, making it more durable in various environments.
• Aluminum frame offering a robust structure to support the device components.
• Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 at the front and back to limit scratches and breakage from accidental falls.

Overall, the combination of design elements and materials used on the Pixel 9 pro ensures that the handset looks good and feels great in hand.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Display

Enjoy captivating sceneries, games, videos, and chatting on the immersive, 6.3-inch, 96.3 cm2 (~87.6% screen-to-body ratio) screen. The LTPO OLED screen comes with a high 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) brightness. The 1280 x 2856 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~495 ppi density) is commendable, and stands out, particularly because it offers an uncompromised immersive viewing experience for 2K, 4K, and 8K images. Protecting this wonderful display is the reliable Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 screen protector against scratches and breakage that lower viewing quality.

Camera Set up

Google Pixel 9 Pro features a versatile and powerful camera setup. Are you a photography enthusiast or content creator who loves the best camera setups to do the job for you? This phone offers just that.

• Main Camera: a 50MP sensor (1/1.31″, 1.2µm-2.4µm), f/1.68 aperture, 24mm focal length, dual pixel PDAF, Laser AF, and OIS. It supports 4K at 60fps and 8K at 30fps video recording. Gyro-EIS, OIS, and 10-bit HDR help enhance image quality when taking photos and recording videos.
• Ultrawide Camera: 48MP sensor (1/2.55″, 0.7µm-1.4µm), f/1.7 aperture, 12mm focal length, multi-directional PDAF. It also supports 4K at 60fps.
• Telephoto Camera: 48MP sensor (1/2.55″, 0.7µm-1.4µm), f/2.8 aperture, 110mm focal length, multi-directional PDAF, and OIS. This camera offers 5x optical zoom and supports 4K at 60fps and 8K at 30fps.
• Front Camera: 42MP sensor, f/2.2 aperture, 18mm focal length, dual pixel PDAF. It supports 4K at 60fps video recording.

This setup ensures excellent photo and video quality. Bespoke features like high dynamic range, low noise, and vibrant color reproduction give you the user the optimal experience as you aspire to get the best shots to share or develop content.

Processor and Performance

The handset runs on Android 14, with up to 7 major Android upgrades. It is powered by a Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) chipset offering both power and efficiency in managing the demanding tasks you place on the device once turned on. The chipset, integrated with an Octa-core (1×3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3×2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4×1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) GPU for multi-tasking and Mali-G715 MC7 for seamless gaming has several advantages over it predecessor, the Google Tensor G3.

• Performance: it provides far superior performance with 20% faster web browsing and 17% faster app launching
• Efficiency: Up to 20% better power efficiency, which subsequently offers you longer battery life.
• AI and Machine Learning: Enhanced AI capabilities for better photography, and security.

However, there are no major upgrades on the Tensor G4 compared to the G3 chipset, only improvements. Processors on other flagships such as Samsung Galaxy S24’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 are more robust and superior in performance.

Storage Specifications

Google distinguished its premium smartphone with generous RAM and ROM allocation. You will not be limited by any of the models you choose, based on their storage specs.

• 128GB 16GB RAM
• 256GB 16GB RAM

Connectivity and Communications Support

Pixel 9 Pro offers robust connectivity and communication features.

• 5G Support: It supports the latest 5G networks, ensuring fast and reliable internet connectivity.
• Wi-Fi 7: Enhanced Wi-Fi performance with support for Wi-Fi, providing faster speeds and better performance in crowded areas.
• Bluetooth 5.3: Improved Bluetooth connectivity for better range and lower power consumption.
• Satellite Connectivity: The Pixel 9 Pro includes support for satellite-based communication, allowing for emergency SOS messaging when out of cellular and Wi-Fi range.
• New Modem: Equipped with the Samsung Modem 5400, which offers better stability and performance compared to previous generations when it comes to r connectivity.
• NFC: Enables seamless wireless payments.

Battery and Power Management

Google Pixel 9 Pro is equipped with a 4,700mAh battery. This battery capacity, combined with Google’s power management features, ensures impressive battery life.  The Extreme Battery Saver Mode can extend battery life significantly by limiting background activity and reducing performance. With the Adaptive Battery, the smartphone learns your usage patterns to prioritize power for your most-used apps.

Fast Charging

Pixel 9 Pro supports fast charging, allowing you to quickly top up your battery when needed. The recharging mechanism supports:

• 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 55% in 30 minutes
• 21W wireless (w/ Pixel Stand)
• 12W wireless (w/ Qi-compatible charger).

Pros and Cons of Pixel 9 Pro

Pros

• Build Quality: Google Pixel 9 Pro has a sleek design and excellent, durable build quality.
• Excellent Camera: The Pixel 9 Pro is renowned for its camera capabilities, offering superb photo quality with advanced AI features and improved telephoto capabilities. Notably, the selfie camera records 4K videos while the triple main camera records 8K videos.
• AI Features: It has innovative AI skills that enhance user experience, such as photo editing and voice commands.
• Display: The phone boasts a bright and vibrant display with a high refresh rate, making it great for media consumption. 3,000 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and 495 ppi density all packed in one offer some of the best viewing experiences you can wish for on a premium phone.
• Software Updates: Google promises seven years of software updates, ensuring long-term support and new features.
• Connectivity: Google leaves nothing to chance, equipping their latest 9 Pro with an efficient USB Type-C 3.2 for fast, wired data transfer, Wifi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and enhanced GPS for more accurate positioning and meeting location needs.

Cons

• Battery Life: While it has good battery life, it still lags behind some competitors like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus which boasts of 4,900mAh battery).
• Charging Speed: The charging speed is slower than other flagship phones. Galaxy S24+ comes with a 45W wired fast charger (1-65% in 30 min)
• Performance: equipped with an Octa-core Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) processor, it may not match the raw performance of some other flagship devices like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. The Ultra comes equipped with a more powerful and efficient Octa-core Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) chipset.
• Fingerprint Sensor: Based on some users’ experience, the under-display, ultrasonic) fingerprint scanner can be unreliable, which is a great concern.
• AI Subscription: Some advanced AI features will eventually require a paid subscription.
• Eco-system: to enjoy the full benefits Google Pixel 9 Pro offers, you have to solely operate within its ecosystem.