ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate vs Google Pixel 9
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $1399 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 63/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,899,814 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
Google Pixel 9
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1899814 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1399
- Better camera (75/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 6 points higher (69/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate leads (60/100 vs 46/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 36/100, Google Pixel 9 — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (55/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1899814 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 143 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $1399 | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate leads Google Pixel 9 by 21.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Google Pixel 9 was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (75/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (55/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Google Pixel 9?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate over the Google Pixel 9?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.