New Google Pixel 9 Promotion Targets Samsung’s Aggressive Deal (2024)

The new Pixel 9 phones landed this week and, as expected, Google has jacked up prices. To offset that, the company has launched several aggressive deals that ape some of Samsung’s recent promotions.

In the U.K., Google is doubling storage sizes, for free, for the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. For example, the base Pixel 9 with 256GB of storage is priced at £799 (priced at $799 in the U.S.) instead of £899 (priced at $899 in the U.S.). Samsung has repeatedly run the exact same deal since the Galaxy S24 launched in January.

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Google has also upped trade-in prices, adding £150 ($192.74) on top of the regular trade-in price when buying the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. 9 Pro XL shoppers will have values bumped up by £200 ($256.98), or up to £300 ($385.48) when purchasing the 9 Pro Fold.

The maximum value trade-in possible is reserved for the iPhone 15 Pro Max which might be an unrealistic handset to swap considering how new it is.

But there are some decent prices here for older tech. Here’s a snapshot of those prices when buying the Pixel 9 Pro XL, compared to Samsung’s values when purchasing the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

  • Pixel 8 Pro - £392 (Samsung doesn’t have a valuation for the Pixel 8)
  • Pixel 7 Pro - £367 (Samsung’s price: £150)
  • Galaxy S23 Ultra - £394 (Samsung’s price: £460)
  • Galaxy S22 Ultra - £346 (Samsung’s price: £330)
  • Galaxy S21 Ultra - £331 (Samsung’s price: £300)
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max - £735 (Samsung’s price: £480)
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max - £695 (Samsung’s price: £480)
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max - £580 (Samsung’s price: £330)

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This is one of the rare times when Google has beaten Samsung’s trade-in prices, save for the Galaxy S23 Ultra valuation. It’s worth pointing out that Samsung’s U.K. and European trade-in values do not match the huge prices it offers in the U.S., which is a constant criticism from European Galaxy buyers.

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In the U.S. a similar pattern emerges.

  • Pixel 8 Pro - $699 (Samsung’s price: $300)
  • Pixel 7 Pro - $540 (Samsung’s price: $300)
  • Galaxy S23 Ultra - $480 (Samsung’s price: $750)
  • Galaxy S22 Ultra - $360 (Samsung’s price: $650)
  • Galaxy S21 Ultra - $300 (Samsung’s price: $600)
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max - $720 (Samsung’s price: $600)
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max - $635 (Samsung’s price: $500)
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max - $440 (Samsung’s price: $400)

As you can see, with the exception of the Samsung phones, Google is offering more for your old tech than the Korean company. Samsung is currently running an enhanced trade-in deal, so it’s a fair comparison. This is a rarity because Samsung has long blown away competitors with eye-wateringly high trade-in prices.

With that said, Samsung’s valuations for your old smartphone go much higher when buying the Galaxy Z Fold 6, check out my story on that here.

Elsewhere, Google is pushing people to buy fully into the Pixel ecosystem. Pixel 9 Pro shoppers get a £100 ($128.49) discount towards a Pixel watch 3, 9 Pro XL shoppers will receive £150 ($192.74) off the wearable, while the Pixel 9 Pro Fold owners get £200 ($256.98) off the watch.

Samsung has a similar deal in the U.S. that encourages consumers to “complete your Galaxy AI family” with the $300 store credit that’s added to Galaxy S24 purchases.

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Google One Premium is thrown into the deal, too. The Pixel 9 gets six months free of the 2TB plan, while all other Pixel 9 devices come with one year of Google One Premium AI (this includes 2TB of cloud storage).

The terms and conditions say that if you don’t cancel before the subscription ends, you will be automatically charged the standard £18.99 a month, so make a note in your calendar.

It’s worth remembering that U.K. Google One AI Premium subscribers also get free access to Nest Aware and Fitbit Premium, Google is adding three months of YouTube Premium to that stack.

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All of these offers expire on September 5th, 2024, but don’t feel pressured to buy anything now because Google has a long history of repeatedly slashing prices of its flagship hardware shortly after a launch.

New Google Pixel 9 Promotion Targets Samsung’s Aggressive Deal (2024)

FAQs

Why is Google pixels are better than Samsung? ›

Google often releases features on Pixels faster than Galaxy phones, which is something to consider if you can't wait to try out the latest features.

How big is the Google Pixel 9? ›

How it compares
Google Pixel 9Google Pixel 9 Pro
Size and weight6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in, 198g6.02 x 2.83 x 0.33 in, 199g
ColorsObsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, PeonyObsidian, Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel
PriceFrom $799From $999
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Is Google pixel selling well? ›

What you need to know. New sales figures reveal that Google Pixel's market share is nearing 5% in the US. This is despite an overall drop in sales of almost 14%. Google was the only major Android device manufacturer to grow market share in the US in 2023.

What size is the pixel 9 Pro XL? ›

Pixel 9 Pro XL: 6.8-inch Super Actua display (LTPO)

What are the disadvantages of Google Pixel phones? ›

Overrated, overpriced, overheating bs. Well the main con of the pixel phones are their damm CPUs, they get hot, like hot like Pentium 4 hot,as well as updates taking hours to complete. I go back and forth between google and samsung phones. Most recently a 7 pro and an S23 ultra and I like aspects of both.

Is it difficult to switch from Samsung to Google Pixel? ›

It's easier than ever to set up a new Pixel device. In about 30 minutes, you can copy over your data from any iPhone or Android phone and sync your cloud content.

Which pixel has biggest screen? ›

Pixel 9 Pro XL features the same stunning and durable design, pro-level camera, AI features, and powerful performance with 16 GB of RAM as Pixel 9 Pro – just with a larger screen. Its 6.8" Super Actua display3 is also the brightest on a Pixel with minimized and uniform bezels, just like Pixel 9 Pro.

Is Google pixel strong? ›

The Pixel series has comfortably competed against the best from Apple and Samsung, usually with a more bearable price tag. While we had some early issues with the latest Google flagship, it's a solid Android option that puts up a strong fight against the iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Is Google pixel bigger than iPhone? ›

As for the displays themselves, there isn't a great deal in it, but we'd have to give the nod to the Pixel 8. At 6.2 inches, it's fractionally larger than the 6.1-inch iPhone screen. Conversely, at 1080 x 2400, it doesn't get quite as sharp as the iPhone 15's 1179 x 2556 output.

Why don't people buy Google phones? ›

To simply put, pixel is a great product line up with good ai capabilities, but is behind other flagship products due to hardware constraints. People who upgrade to get the latest phones want the greatest product their money can buy and Google is simply not giving what majority these people want.

How many years will Pixel last? ›

That means your Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 will be supported all the way into 2030. No major smartphone brand offers this committed level of support and longevity. And because they'll be supported for seven years, these phones are a sustainable smartphone choice.

How much does a Google Pixel 9 Pro cost? ›

All that elegance comes at a cost though. At $799 for the Pixel 9, $999 for the Pixel 9 Pro, and $1,099 for the Pixel 9 Pro XL, these are among the most expensive Pixels to date. Here's your regular reminder that you can get excellent smartphones for less than $500 (including Google-made devices like the Pixel 8A).

When did the Google Pixel 9 come out? ›

The Pixel 9 was announced by Google on August 13, 2024, during the Made by Google event. Pre-orders begin today, on August 13, the same day as the announcement. Pixel 9 sales start on August 22.

How big is the Pixel 9 Pro? ›

6 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches

Why are Pixel phones better? ›

Pixels are also among the first to get new software updates, making them an ideal choice for those who want to get their hands on the latest version of Android first. Aside from Android updates, Google also brings new features to Pixel phones throughout the year through updates it calls Feature Drops.

Why you should switch to Google Pixel? ›

Your contacts, photos, messages (including WhatsApp and iMessages®), apps, calendars, and more all come with you when you switch. Use the devices you already have and love. Pixel works with AirPods,® and Galaxy® and Garmin® watches. You can even join a friend's FaceTime® and text on your Mac® with Google Messages.

What is special about Pixel? ›

With Pixel 7, you can take brighter, smoother videos of your most memorable moments. Tensor G2 combines hardware and software to enable high-quality video stabilization. And Pixel's new 10-bit HDR video lets you record with wider color ranges and higher contrast.

Why does more pixels mean better quality? ›

Higher resolutions mean that there more pixels per inch (PPI), resulting in more pixel information and creating a high-quality, crisp image. Images with lower resolutions have fewer pixels, and if those few pixels are too large (usually when an image is stretched), they can become visible like the image below.

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