ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5; launch prices were $1376 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 76/100 vs 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 5200); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,290,813 vs 1,617,706).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3290813 vs 1617706
- Better Geekbench Single: 3211 vs 2296
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10106 vs 6203
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 39W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 227g vs 232g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro XL better?
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1376
- Better camera (90/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (35/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads (93/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 60/100, Google Pixel 10 Pro XL — 62/100; 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 9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (93/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3290813 | 1617706 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3211 | 2296 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10106 | 6203 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 39W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 163 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB / 24GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 232 g | |
| Launch price | $1376 | $1199 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads Google Pixel 10 Pro XL by 103.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $177. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL was $177 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (93/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (90/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro are nearly equal (35/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro over the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.