Google Pixel 8 is known for being a more affordable high-end phone compared to other brands like iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S24. However, rumors suggest that the upcoming Google Pixel 9 may come with a higher price tag, aligning more closely with its competitors.
According to a leak from French site Tomsguide, the pricing for the entire Pixel 9 series has been revealed. The standard Google Pixel 9 is expected to start at €899 for a 128GB model and go up to €999 for 256GB. In comparison, the Pixel 8 started at €799 and went up to €859 for the same storage capacities.
While converting these prices to other currencies may not be accurate, it is likely that the Pixel 9 will start at a higher price point than the Pixel 8’s starting price of $699 / £699 / AU$1,199. The Pixel 9 Pro, on the other hand, is rumored to cost €1,099 for 128GB, €1,199 for 256GB, and €1,329 for 512GB.
The Pixel 9 Pro XL, a new addition to the lineup, is said to start at €1,199 for 128GB and go up to €1,689 for 1TB of storage. The rumored Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (or Pixel Fold 2) is expected to start at €1,899 for 256GB and rise to €2,029 for 512GB.
In terms of colors, the Pixel 9 series is rumored to be available in shades like Obsidian, Porcelain, Mojito, and Cosmo. The Pixel 9 Pro may come in Obsidian, Porcelain, Hazel, and Pink, while the Pixel 9 Pro XL could launch in Obsidian, Porcelain, and Hazel. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is expected to be available in Obsidian and Porcelain.
All these phones are speculated to be announced at the Made by Google event on August 13. Until then, it’s essential to take these leaks with a grain of salt as nothing has been officially confirmed. Stay tuned for more updates on the Google Pixel 9 series.
In addition to the pricing details, it’s interesting to note that the Pixel 9 series may come in a variety of new colors, offering consumers more choices when it comes to personalizing their devices. The rumored launch event on August 13 will likely reveal more information about these phones, so tech enthusiasts have something to look forward to in the coming weeks. As the competition in the smartphone market continues to heat up, it will be intriguing to see how Google positions its latest offerings against other flagship devices.
