ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Google Pixel 8
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3; launch prices were $999 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 4575); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Google Pixel 8
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 187g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better camera (79/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Google Pixel 8, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (67/100 vs 44/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100, Google Pixel 8 — 50/100; 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (57/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Google Pixel 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 1443431 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 4575 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 148 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $699 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and Google Pixel 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Google Pixel 8 by 117.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (79/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (67/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (57/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Google Pixel 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Google Pixel 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Google Pixel 8 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Google Pixel 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Google Pixel 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.