Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Nothing Phone (1)
The Verdict
Google's Pixel 9 Pro dominates with a cutting-edge Tensor G4 chip, superior 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display (3000 nits peak brightness, 1-120Hz), and a versatile quad-camera setup featuring 5x optical zoom and 8K video recording. Its 16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage provide future-proof performance. Nothing Phone (1) offers compelling value at $399, featuring a distinctive transparent design with Glyph LEDs, capable Snapdragon 778G+ processor, and solid dual rear cameras. However, it runs outdated Android 12, has a dimmer 1200-nit OLED display, lacks telephoto capability, and maxes out at 8GB RAM. The Pixel 9 Pro's camera AI enhancement, faster processing, and comprehensive feature set justify the premium for users seeking flagship capabilities. Budget-conscious buyers may appreciate Nothing's design novelty, but the Pixel 9 Pro's technological superiority makes it the clear choice for most consumers.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 9 Pro if…
- →Compact flagship size with no spec compromise
- →Identical triple camera system to the XL model
- →Bright 3000-nit LTPO display
Buy the Nothing Phone (1) if…
- →Unique transparent Glyph Interface LED design stands out
- →Clean Nothing OS closely mirrors stock Android
- →Dual 50 MP cameras perform well for the price
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Pros
- Compact flagship size with no spec compromise
- Identical triple camera system to the XL model
- Bright 3000-nit LTPO display
- Seven years of software support
- 16 GB RAM for advanced AI features
Cons
- Smaller 4700 mAh battery limits endurance
- Slow 27W wired charging
- Tensor G4 trails competitors in benchmarks
- Premium pricing
Nothing Phone (1)
Pros
- Unique transparent Glyph Interface LED design stands out
- Clean Nothing OS closely mirrors stock Android
- Dual 50 MP cameras perform well for the price
- Wireless charging included at mid-range pricing
- Solid 120Hz OLED display
Cons
- Snapdragon 778G+ is mid-tier and shows limits
- Glyph notifications are a novelty more than practical
- Only IP53 splash protection
- 33W charging is modest for 2022
- USB-C 2.0 limits transfer speeds
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Nothing Phone (1) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 12 (Nothing OS 1.0) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 199 g | 193.5 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, transparent glass back with Glyph LED strips |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm | 159.2 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS (Sony IMX766) |
| Front camera | 42 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 8K@30fps (Video Boost), 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, 123-degree | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree (Samsung JN1) |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 4500 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 33W wired |
| Wireless charging | 21W (Pixel Stand) | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.55 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 2856 x 1280 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (1x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 642L |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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