Google expanded the number of Pro phones in the Pixel 9 series, and the new naming scheme makes a head-to-head comparison to its predecessor confusing. The Pixel 9 Pro isn’t a direct upgrade from the Pixel 8 Pro. For that, you’ll want the Pixel 9 Pro XL. While the XL has a new name, the “standard” Pro is actually the new device in the lineup. The 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL are also incredibly similar; it just depends on what size you want. Confused enough? Let’s break things down as we look at the Google Pixel 9 Pro (and 9 Pro XL) vs the Pixel 8 Pro!
Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Pixel 8 Pro: At a glance