Google recently launched its latest Pixel 9 series devices. It includes some new devices to the lineup, like the Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro fold, which has led to confusion among users about Pixel’s smartphone lineup. So if you are one of those who is muddled with Pixel lineups, you have clicked on the correct article. In today’s story, we will explore Google’s entire smartphone lineup and discuss some popular models. So let’s get started.
Google Pixel A Series
The Pixel A lineup represents the company’s mid-range/premium mid-range devices. It all started with the Pixel 3a in 2019, and today the Pixel 8a is the latest offering of the series. It features all the Pixel goodies, like its software, design, and camera capabilities. But at the same time, it also cuts some corners here and there on extras to keep the price in check. Let’s look at some of its essential characteristics:
- Actual Pixel-Like Camera Performance: One of the standout features of the Pixel A series is its camera capabilities. The devices typically include high-quality camera hardware and software optimizations, allowing them to deliver impressive photography results. For instance, the Pixel 7a features a 64MP primary sensor, regarded as one of the best in its price range by tech enthusiasts and reviewers.
- Google’s Iconic Pixel Design: The A series phones maintain a design aesthetic similar to their flagship counterparts but often utilize more cost-effective materials. These devices are also usually smaller in size than the bigger Pro variants.
- Software Support: The Pixel devices are known for their amazing software capabilities and long software support. Thankfully, Google doesn’t cut corners in this department. The Pixel A series devices get the same software support as their flagship counterparts.
Popular Models in Google Pixel A Series
| Device | Price |
| Pixel 8a | Rs 52,999 |
| Pixel 7a | Rs 37,999 |
Google Pixel Number Series
The Pixel’s number series is the starting point for Pixel’s flagship world. It comes with all the latest bells and whistles, like the glass back, the latest SoCs, cameras, and more. Apart from that, the Pixel number series devices get all the latest AI features as part of Google’s full-on deployment of AI into its devices. Here are some of its key features in detail:
- Latest Hardware: Since this is the company’s flagship offering, it gets all the latest and greatest hardware, such as the latest SoC, camera sensor, and more.
- New Camera-Focused AI Tools: Cameras and AI are the two main attractions of Pixel’s flagship series of devices. The recently launched Pixel 9 comes with new AI-based camera features like Add Me, Pixel Studio, Reimagine & Auto Frame in Magic Editor, Super Res Zoom, Video Boost, and more. If you are interested in exploring the Pixel 9 series’ latest AI goodies, click here.
- Premium Price: However, all this latest tech comes with a price tag. The recently launched Pixel 9 starts at Rs 62,999.
Popular Models in Google Pixel Number Series
| Device | Price |
| Pixel 9 | Rs 79,999 |
| Pixel 8 | Rs 58,999 |
Google Pixel Pro Series
The Pixel Pro lineup represents the company’s premium flagship devices. It comes with all the latest specs and features and is usually bigger in size than the vanilla Pixel number series devices. Earlier, it had only one device called the Pixel Pro. However, with the latest Pixel 9 series, Google has introduced a new Pixel Pro XL device, which is the best the company has to offer in its glass slab devices. Here are some of its key characteristics:
- Triple Camera Setups: The Pixel Pro series devices have three camera setups on the back. They include one primary wide-angle lens, one ultrawide lens, and one periscope telephoto lens.
- More Expensive: The Pixel Pro series devices are also more expensive than the vanilla Pixel number series devices. For example, the recently launched Pixel 9 Pro costs Rs 1,09,999, and the Pixel 9 Pro XL starts at a whopping Rs 1,24,999 price point.
- Powerful Spec Sheet: It’s the premium offering by Google and is equipped with the latest and greatest components. It gets everything from the latest camera sensors to the most potent SoCs.
Popular Models in Google Pixel Pro Series
| Device | Price |
| Pixel 9 Pro | Rs 1,24,999 |
| Pixel 8 Pro | Rs 97,999 |
Google Pixel Fold Series
As the name suggests, it’s the company’s foldable lineup. It all started when the company unveiled its first foldable device, the Pixel Fold. Unfortunately, the first Pixel Fold never made its way to the Indian shores. Thankfully, the tech giant has confirmed that the Pixel 9 Pro Fold will be coming to India soon. Let’s look at some of its key features:
- Google’s Most Expensive Smartphones: Pixel’s fold lineup is the company’s most expensive device. For example, the recently launched Pixel 9 Pro Fold costs Rs 1,72,999.
- Premium Design: Since it’s the company’s most expensive lineup, it also flaunts one of the finest designs in the Pixel portfolio. For example, the recently launched Pixel 9 Pro Fold weighs 257 grams and is 5.1mm thin when unfolded.
- Only Book Style Foldable: Currently, Google has only book-style foldable in its portfolio.
Popular Models in Google Pixel Fold Series
| Device | Price |
| Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Rs 1,72,999 |
Conclusion
So that sums up pretty much everything about Google’s Pixel smartphones. However, if you are still unable to decide which Pixel is the right one for you. Take the following points into consideration:
- Pixel A Series: If you want to have the Pixel smartphone experience without breaking the bank.
- Pixel Number Series: If you want the true Pixel flagship experience and all the latest goodies. But without all the extras like a telephoto sensor, a bigger form factor, and more.
- Pixel Pro Series: If you want the absolute best Pixel smartphone experience without compromising on anything.
- Pixel Fold Series: If you want to experience the same Pixel experience but on a book-style foldable device.
