ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4700); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Google Pixel 9 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Lighter: 199g vs 220g
- Better camera (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 50/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100; 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 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (54/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Google Pixel 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 1606238 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5100 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2856x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 23W | |
| 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 | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 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
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Google Pixel 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 102.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (66/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (54/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro by just 3 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?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.