Customer Ratings & Reviews

1. Outstanding Camera – Delivers sharp, vibrant photos with its 50 MP main and 48 MP ultrawide lenses, backed by smart AI features like Super Res Zoom. 2. Smart AI Features – Comes with the new Tensor G4 chip enabling advanced tools like “Add Me” and Gemini AI assistant for smarter user experience. 3. **Excellent Battery Life** – Lasts more than a full day with nearly 23 hours of video playback in tests. 4. **Bright and Smooth Display** – Features a 6.3" OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 2,700 nits for great visibility. 5. **Long-Term Software Support** – Offers 7 years of Android updates, making it a future-proof choice for longevity.

Google really knocked it out if the park this year with the Pixel 9 (I think with the 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and mostly with the 9 Pro Fold)! I got 2 of these Pixel 9s for my parents and only time will tell if they're great in the long term, but the feel in hand, general speed of the Tensor G4 in day to day use, and cameras make this a very compelling option for most people. The lack of a telephoto lens isn't too big of a deal for most, and I don't foresee it being so for my parents. I daily drive Android and iOS, and I've never been compelled to use the iPhone for anything over any Android phone I've owned short of shooting video. Google's flavor of Android (yes, they own it, but they still customize the heck out of it) is my personal favorite, and does without all of the Samsung redundant apps and over the top glitz (for instance). The only reason I'd say anyone should upgrade to the Pro or Pro XL models over the standard 9 is if you need more camera options ("pro controls"), demand the best screen specs, and plan to use on board AI features (RAM bump). The Pro Fold is a whole different story that only intense tech enthusiasts and those with oodles of cash should be looking into. Throw in the promotions Google was (and hopefully will again) running for trade in, especially for iPhones, and it's an easy sell!

Was in need of a replacement phone for my Pixel 7 and found the 9 on sale at Best Buy. Great price and love the 9. A big fan of the Pixel and saw no need to move into the 10.

Runs very smooth. No hick up with using it. Picture quality is great.

Google's latest flagship base model is an awesome phone to use. Its faster than previous models and all the connectivity issues that plagued my pixel 8 are long gone with upgraded hardware, and the new styling kinda resembles iphone but honestly its better imo. Then there's Gemini ai. Think chatGPT built into your phone ready for whatever. There are even premium ai models for subscription for the more arduous tasks that the base ai can't handle. All in all the pixel 9 is a slam dunk compared to the 8 they definitely outdid themselves.

Good phone works great, I am very happy with it would only maybe suggest newest one over this one (pixel 10)

Overall quality of phone is very good. For mid-range phone it has all the features that I need. Switched from a Moto phone so the learning curve was a little steep at first.

So much feature in photography. Slick design to handle.

I've had a number of pixel and Google phones. The nexus , moto x4 pixel 5 and the 5a, the pixel 7 and now the pixel 9. There have always been improvement along with problems. The 9 is the same. Brighter screen , no light flash on finger print sensor, no heating problems so far. What I feel are issues: as with the 7 there are parts of the screen that seem unresponsive at times. Maybe the phone is just to slow to respond. A continuing issue is the fingerprint reader is still unreliable which is very aggravating. They refuse to go back to capacitive reader which is extremely reliable. The face detector only works in well lit aeas, and you have to wake it to work. I have also found android to be buggy. Speech recognition is about as reliable as the fingerprint reader, which I use all the time when texting. Their best model five was the pixel 5 which was the last pixel before they started with their own processor. The battery life is good but the camera is about average for a phone these days. I've had enough of giving Google a chance and moving on to another brand. Possibly Apple. At least you get better performance for your money and the face recognition is top notch. To me pixel phones aren't worth the money anymore, and that you don't get any value in them when you go to trade them.

Good phone. Seems good quality but lacks a lot of customization. Came over from having an iphone since 2007 hoping to get more features and customization. Instead I got less and all the games have tons of adds...

Love my new Pixel 9. The whole ordering process was really easy. Received it in just a few days all sealed up.

The Google Pixel 9 excels in several key areas, with its camera quality standing out as a major highlight. Has some great AI and photography features, the Pixel 9 captures stunning images that match those of higher-end cameras. The details, color accuracy, and low-light performance are particularly impressive, making it a top choice for anyone look to take great photos with ease. Additionally, the device benefits from a clean and streamlined Android experience, with Google’s regular updates ensuring that it remains secure and up-to-date versus other brands that take forever for security updates. However, one drawback of the Pixel 9 is its limited customization options. Unlike some other Android phones that allow extensive personalization of the user interface, the Pixel 9’s software experience is more rigid. While this may appeal to users who prefer simplicity and consistency, those who enjoy tailoring their device's appearance and functionality to their specific preferences might find it less flexible. However, you can still install launchers to customize the experience but does make it an additional step in making it your own.

Camera Quality: The Pixel 9’s camera is highly regarded for its ability to capture beautiful photos effortlessly. Features like “Add Me” allow users to include themselves in group shots seamlessly.  • AI Features: Users appreciate practical AI functionalities such as call screening, live transcription, and photo editing tools, which enhance daily usability.  • Design and Build: The phone’s premium feel, comfortable grip, and unique color options like Peony are well-received

The phone arrived on time and perfect. The order process was smooth and fast. Great price offered only by BestBuy,

Amazing phone, amazing touch screen, great reaction, straight response time, everything about the phone is amazing.And I had great customer service at best amazing.They helped a lot

The perfect size. Lots of memory and smooth operation. No glitches so far.

Moved from an iPhone 12 to this phone and it is an upgrade in every way. Although the price for this phone seems a bit steep in comparison to what it offers it feels like a nice step up compared to Apple offerings for the same price. However compared to similar android offerings it seems to demand a premium despite not offering anything that differentiates it significantly. Wasn't too keen on moving to android but after using it for a couple weeks I've moved on from iOS. Keyboard is superior, battery and screen is better and the OS as a whole feels much more customizable. The phone itself has a great OLED screen with high refresh rates rather than the 60hz that Apple still uses... Cameras look phenomenal for pictures and the fingerprint scanner and face ID is great (although the face ID is lacking in comparison to Apple as theirs uses lasers that also work in the dark). The AI that is advertised does not really make a big difference for me in daily use although it can be a cool quirk for some things such as replacing backgrounds in photos.

Really solid device for 650 plus tax. Coming from Samsung eco system, it's very similar. They all do the same stuff and at a fraction of the cost. This phone stays much cooler in use, which was my biggest gripe with Samsung. Would recommend.

Love this switched from Samsung s22 and love the features. From someone who's used both iPhone and Samsung this is a good mutual ground.

This is a better version of my old pixel 6 great phone would recommend this phone to all my friends