ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 69/100 (a 6-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 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Google Pixel 9
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better camera (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Google Pixel 9, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 6 points higher (75/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 46/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, 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 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (55/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 143 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2700 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 | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO 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 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 108.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 9 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (75/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (55/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 6 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?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9?
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?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.