ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Google Pixel 9
The ASUS Zenfone 10 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $699 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 62/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4300); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is faster in AnTuTu (1,684,922 vs 1,561,427); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 10
Google Pixel 9
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1684922 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4900
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $799
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 73/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4300 mAh
- Better camera (75/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 10 vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 7 points higher (69/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 42/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100, 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 Zenfone 10 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1684922 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 4900 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 143 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ZenUI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 10 and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 10 leads Google Pixel 9 by 7.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. ASUS Zenfone 10 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (75/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the ASUS Zenfone 10 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Google Pixel 9?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 10 over the Google Pixel 9?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.