Display

• iPhone SE 4: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with a resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels, offering up to 1200 nits of peak brightness for HDR content. The screen is protected by Ceramic Shield glass, known for its durability.

• Google Pixel 9: 6.3-inch OLED display with a slightly lower resolution of 1080 x 2424 pixels but, offers a higher 2700 nits peak brightness and a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, giving it excellent scratch and impact resistance.

Performance

• iPhone SE 4: Powered by Apple’s latest A18 chip (3nm), it offers a hexa-core CPU (2 high-performance cores at 4.04 GHz and 4 efficiency cores at 2.20 GHz) and 5-core Apple GPU for superior graphics performance, especially for games and media rendering. Apple is known for optimizing its chipsets, and the A18 is likely to outperform most competitors in single-core tasks.

• Google Pixel 9: Runs on Google’s custom-built Tensor G4 chip (4nm), featuring an octa-core CPU with a powerful 3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 for demanding tasks. This chipset, while focused on AI tasks and computational photography, also provides a seamless performance experience. It lags slightly in raw CPU performance compared to Apple’s A18 but excels in machine learning and AI-enhanced functionalities.

Cameras

• iPhone SE 4: Equipped with a 48MP main camera, it offers excellent low-light performance, dual-pixel PDAF, and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for stable shots. The camera setup also supports 4K video recording at 60fps with HDR and stereo sound. On the front, it has a 12MP selfie camera with depth and biometrics sensors, making Face ID more accurate.

• Google Pixel 9: Features a dual-camera system with a 50MP primary sensor and a 48MP ultrawide lens, making it highly versatile for different photography scenarios. It supports 4K video at 60fps and incorporates Google’s advanced AI features such as “Best Take” and improved “Night Sight” for better low-light photography. The 10.5MP ultrawide selfie camera supports autofocus and high-quality video recording (4K at 30/60fps).

Build and Design

• iPhone SE 4: Likely to have a familiar iPhone design with glass front and back and an aluminum frame. It is IP68 water and dust resistant, making it durable for everyday use.

• Google Pixel 9: Also IP68-rated, it is similarly durable with a Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back and an aluminum frame. At 198g, the Pixel 9 is slightly heavier than many iPhones, but the weight contributes to a premium, solid feel in hand.

Operating System

• iPhone SE 4: Runs iOS 18, providing a smooth experience, well-integrated with Apple’s ecosystem. iOS is known for its security and smooth updates.

• Google Pixel 9: Ships with Android 14, and will receive up to 7 years of updates, including major OS upgrades. Google Pixel phones offer a clean, bloat-free Android experience and early access to updates.

Battery and Charging

• iPhone SE 4: Expected to feature fast wired charging, capable of reaching 50% in 30 minutes, and supports Qi wireless charging at 7.5W.

• Google Pixel 9: Boasts a larger 4700mAh battery, with 27W fast charging and supports 15W wireless charging (via Pixel Stand) and 12W Qi wireless charging. It also includes reverse wireless charging, allowing you to charge accessories like earbuds.

Connectivity and Sensors

• iPhone SE 4: Equipped with 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and a wide range of positioning systems like GPS, GLONASS, and more. It supports Apple Pay for secure payments.

• Google Pixel 9: Supports the latest Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, and a wide range of global positioning systems. It features USB-C 3.2 for faster data transfer and includes an under-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, alongside Satellite SOS services for emergency communication.

Pricing and Availability

• iPhone SE 4: Pricing is unknown as it is not yet officially announced but is expected to be more budget-friendly compared to iPhone Pro models.

• Google Pixel 9: Priced at $737.99, offering flagship specs at a slightly lower price point compared to many competitors in the same category.

Specifications source GSM Arena – Google Pixel 9 – Apple iPhone SE 4 (rumored)

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