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  • Front. Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian.
  • Alt View 11. Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian.
  • Pure Al-magination. Take amazing photos with the Pixel 9 camera. And make them even better with advanced AI photo editing. Reimagine pink bridge Reimagine the scenery. Align with the frame and take a photo Take a picture. And be in it, too. Group pics the whole group loves. 1 Not available for all cameras, apps, or modes.
  • Talk things out live with Gemini. Instead of typing, use Gemini Live and have a natural, free-flowing conversation. Gemini follows along, even if you change the topic or switch the question mid-sentence.1 Compatible with certain features and certain accounts. Internet connection required. Available on select devices. Languages and countries. Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy.
  • The text on the image is grouped and corrected as follows: 1. Pretty much everything. Now easier. Breeze through your to-dos, kickstart your creativity, and recall info you saved, fast. 2. Good morning. What can I make with these ingredients for dinner? Let's ask Gemini for help. 3. Gemini Pixel Screenshots. Circle to Search. Ask Gemini for help with something on your screen or in real life. Save things you'll want later, like links, locations, reviews, and more. Just draw a circle around an image or text, even in a video. 4. Gemini mobile app available on select devices, languages, and countries. Internet connection required. Check responses for accuracy. 5. Requires internet connection and compatible devices, apps, and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches.
  • Easy to switch. So much to love. Fix photos from old phones on your Pixel. All your favorite Google apps are built in. And AI can help you do more, effortlessly.
  • Made to hold on to. Pixel 9 is designed for durability. And with 7 years of security and OS updates, and Pixel Drop updates, it gets even better over time. Designed with sustainability in mind. Pixel updates for 7 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store in the US. See g.co/pixel/updates for details.
  • Get even more help from the Pixel portfolio. Start your day off right with Pixel phones, earbuds, and smartwatches. With AI, Pixel devices deliver even more personalized, powerful help.
  • G Pixel 9 Pro Pixel 9 Pixel 9 Pro Fold Screen Size 6.3" / 6.8" Super AMOLED display (Available in 2 sizes) 6.3" AMOLED display 6.3" + 8" AMOLED and Super AMOLED Flex displays Performance G4 Tensor Chip G4 Tensor Chip G4 Tensor Chip RAM 16GB 12GB 16GB Front Camera 42MP 10.5MP 10MP Rear Camera 50MP wide 48MP ultrawide 48MP ultrawide 50MP wide 48MP ultrawide 48MP telephoto 48MP wide 10.5MP ultrawide 10.8MP telephoto 1 Screen sizes for Pixel devices are measured diagonally as a rectangle. Actual viewable area is less. Dimension may vary by configuration and manufacturing process.
  • Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Google Pixel 9 video 2 minutes 15 seconds
  • Pixel 9 Product Demo Video video 0 minutes 49 seconds
  • Gemini Live on Pixel video 0 minutes 30 seconds

Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

Model:
GA05842-US
SKU:
12197214
Highly rated by customers for:
$1,201.17

Customer reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 840 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the superb camera quality, smooth overall performance for daily tasks, and amazing battery life. They also appreciate the faster processor, new design, good software, and ease of use. However, some customers find the screen size too small and the device too heavy, with a few noting it can get warm after heavy gaming.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Good Phone - Disappointing Upgrade

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    I did a side by side comparison between my Pixel 7 and my Pixel 9 when I first unboxed it and I have to wonder where is the upgrade? Surprisingly photos in both low and high lighting are near identical. The Pixel 9 photos have a warmer tint and reduced sharpness but otherwise the camera in real world use hasn't been noticeably upgraded. The UI is the same as they both run the same version of Android and they are both equally responsive. The fingerprint reader on the 9 is noticeably improved and there are a few AI gimmicks thrown in. If your phone is 5+ years old this is probably a good choice for an upgrade on sale under $600 otherwise you should wait for more noticeable hardware improvements.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Pixel 9

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good phone Nice features Good battery Add me camera option was not good. Its decent

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • google pixel 9

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recommend on the google pixel pro 9 I love this phone quality is better then any iPhone out there just my honest opinion. don't forget to get the protection for it you never know accidents happen all the time.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Amazing phone

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is one good upgrade from previous pixel phones.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Small and light for my clumsy hands!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall a good mobile phone after using Samsung s22. Though small details are missing like one time pohone silent button, or even a gallery app

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Pixel 9

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like it a lot, I've had it since it launched, but even now after just a few months it randomly stops responding and any current app activity will pause and it won't read any screen activity like touching or swiping. It is a good phone for the price but if I had the choice I would take a s24 ultra over this.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Optimized phone from samsung

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice screen and software. Would prefer over samsung s24.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Value for money

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Premium features, latest updates, and value for money

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • great offer on sale

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love this phone. I am so grateful it was on sale, such a great price for the 256 GB. It was a great upgrade from my pixel 6.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • New Phone, Who This? Lol

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great phone! No issues so far. Love the camera features. Gemini is pretty cool too. Seamless sync with my new Pixel 3 watch as well. I am satisfied with my purchase.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Bee

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great customer service keep up the good work. I enjoy myself the day I brought my 98-in TV and other items. Thank you very much

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    phone

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    new phone better than old bad phone, i like it much.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Peony

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Pixel 9

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    Works as pixel should. Can sometimes be slow on touch response with screen protector on. Also, battery life declines over time.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • S-Tier Pione

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely love my phone. It even has a Linux terminal in developer options, which for me is phenomenal. I love playing around in a Terminal.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Pixel9

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very Similar to the Pixel8, still hoping the battery will be better

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Wintergreen

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent. Nice initiative by Google. Best buy mandatory review

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Good phone

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    Been using it for a month. Really good. Get iPhone like picture quality without the hassle associated with iOS.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Great phone for the price and AI features

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great phone with top notch cameras and smooth UI experience.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • neelam's review

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    you guys are awsome and there knowledge and information is very good. very good customer care and service. fully satisfied!!!

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 128GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • 4th Pixel

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    Love Pixel phones - this is my 4th one (2, 4a, 7, 9). Don't enjoy the price as much but that's why I jumped on Best Buy's trade in promo.

    This review is from Google - Pixel 9 256GB (Unlocked) - Obsidian

    I would recommend this to a friend
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