ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $999 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5060); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 220g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Better camera (88/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 56/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100; 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 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 1672795 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5200 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5060 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 160 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 94.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (88/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.